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FESTER

/ˈfɛstə(ɹ)/

6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb

F 4/4
E 1/1
S 1/1
T 1/1
E 1/1
R 1/1

Definition of FESTER

noun

A fistula.

noun

A sore or an ulcer of the skin.

noun

The condition of something that festers; a festering; a festerment.

verb

To become septic; to become rotten.

verb

To worsen, especially due to lack of attention.

"Deal with the problem immediately; do not let it fester."

verb

To cause to fester or rankle.

Examples of FESTER in a Sentence

  • "Deal with the problem immediately; do not let it fester."

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
9
points
WWF
9
points

Is FESTER a Scrabble Word?

Yes, FESTER is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 9 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 9 pts Words With Friends — 9 pts

Tip: FESTER uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for FESTER

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter fester Total
Scrabble 411111 9
WWF 411111 9

Anagrams of FESTER

Words made by rearranging the exact same 6 letters

How to Use FESTER in Word Games

FESTER is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, FESTER is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble FESTER to find 81 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About FESTER

What does FESTER mean?
FESTER is a noun. A fistula.
Is FESTER a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, FESTER is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 9 points in Scrabble.
How many points is FESTER worth in Scrabble?
FESTER is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from FESTER?
You can make 81 words from the letters in FESTER. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of FESTER?
The anagrams of FESTER (words using the exact same letters) are: FREEST, FREETS. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.