FORTIFIES
9 letters · 3 syllables · verb
Definition of FORTIFIES
To increase the defenses of; to strengthen and secure by military works; to render defensible against an attack by hostile forces.
To impart strength or vigor to.
To add spirits to wine to increase the alcohol content.
"Sherry is made by fortifying wine."
Examples of FORTIFIES in a Sentence
- "Sherry is made by fortifying wine."
Word Details
Is FORTIFIES a Scrabble Word?
Yes, FORTIFIES is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
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 | f | o | r | t | i | f | i | e | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 15 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 15 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in FORTIFIES
100 words from the letters in FORTIFIES
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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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