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FORTIFIES

9 letters · 3 syllables · verb

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Definition of FORTIFIES

verb

To increase the defenses of; to strengthen and secure by military works; to render defensible against an attack by hostile forces.

verb

To impart strength or vigor to.

verb

To add spirits to wine to increase the alcohol content.

"Sherry is made by fortifying wine."

Synonyms of FORTIFIES

Words with similar meaning

Examples of FORTIFIES in a Sentence

  • "Sherry is made by fortifying wine."

Word Details

Letters
9
Syllables
3
Scrabble
15
points
WWF
15
points

Is FORTIFIES a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 15 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 15 pts Words With Friends — 15 pts

Tip: FORTIFIES uses 9 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for FORTIFIES

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

Letter fortifies Total
Scrabble 411114111 15
WWF 411114111 15

Words You Can Make With the Letters in FORTIFIES

100 words from the letters in FORTIFIES

How to Use FORTIFIES in Word Games

FORTIFIES is worth 15 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

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Frequently Asked Questions About FORTIFIES

What does FORTIFIES mean?
FORTIFIES is a verb. To increase the defenses of; to strengthen and secure by military works; to render defensible against an attack by hostile forces.
Is FORTIFIES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, FORTIFIES is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 15 points in Scrabble.
How many points is FORTIFIES worth in Scrabble?
FORTIFIES is worth 15 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends. It is a 9-letter word with 3 syllables.
How many words can you make from FORTIFIES?
You can make 100 words from the letters in FORTIFIES. The longest sub-words are 8 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of FORTIFIES?
Synonyms of FORTIFIES include: castellate, incastellate, incastle, secure, strengthen. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.