EXERCISE
/ˈɛk.sə.saɪz/
8 letters · 3 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of EXERCISE
Any activity designed to develop or hone a skill or ability.
"The teacher told us that the next exercise is to write an essay."
Activity intended to improve physical, or sometimes mental, strength and fitness.
"I do crosswords for mental exercise."
A setting in action or practicing; employment in the proper mode of activity; exertion; application; use.
"The law guarantees us the free exercise of our rights."
To exert for the sake of training or improvement; to practice in order to develop.
"to exercise troops or horses; to exercise one's brain with a puzzle"
To perform physical activity for health or training.
"I exercise at the gym every day."
To use (a right, an option, etc.); to put into practice.
"She is going to exercise her right to vote."
Examples of EXERCISE in a Sentence
- "The teacher told us that the next exercise is to write an essay."
- "I do crosswords for mental exercise."
- "The law guarantees us the free exercise of our rights."
- "to exercise troops or horses; to exercise one's brain with a puzzle"
Word Details
Is EXERCISE a Scrabble Word?
Yes, EXERCISE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: EXERCISE uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for EXERCISE
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | e | x | e | r | c | i | s | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 17 |
| WWF | 1 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 18 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in EXERCISE
79 words from the letters in EXERCISE
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How to Use EXERCISE in Word Games
EXERCISE is worth 17 points in Scrabble and 18 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble EXERCISE to find 79 additional valid words.