FLINCH
/flɪntʃ/
6 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of FLINCH
A reflexive jerking away.
"My eye doctor hates the flinch I have every time he tries to get near my eyes."
The slipping of the foot from a ball, when attempting to give a tight croquet.
To make a sudden, involuntary movement in response to a (usually negative) stimulus; to cringe.
To dodge (a question), to avoid an unpleasant task or duty
To let the foot slip from a ball, when attempting to give a tight croquet.
To strip the blubber or skin from, as from a whale, seal, etc.
Examples of FLINCH in a Sentence
- "My eye doctor hates the flinch I have every time he tries to get near my eyes."
Word Details
Is FLINCH a Scrabble Word?
Yes, FLINCH is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: FLINCH uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for FLINCH
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | f | l | i | n | c | h | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 14 |
| WWF | 4 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 16 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in FLINCH
21 words from the letters in FLINCH
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How to Use FLINCH in Word Games
FLINCH is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, FLINCH 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 FLINCH to find 21 additional valid words.