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GAINST

6 letters · 1 syllable

G 2/3
A 1/1
I 1/1
N 1/2
S 1/1
T 1/1

Definition of GAINST

GAINST is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends.

While a detailed definition is not currently available from our source, this word appears in official game dictionaries including the Tournament Word List (TWL) used in North American Scrabble and SOWPODS used in international Scrabble.

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
1
Scrabble
7
points
WWF
9
points

Is GAINST a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 7 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 7 pts Words With Friends — 9 pts

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

Letter Values for GAINST

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

Letter gainst Total
Scrabble 211111 7
WWF 311211 9

Anagrams of GAINST

Words made by rearranging the exact same 6 letters

Words You Can Make With the Letters in GAINST

100 words from the letters in GAINST

How to Use GAINST in Word Games

GAINST is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, GAINST 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 GAINST to find 100 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About GAINST

What does GAINST mean?
GAINST is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is GAINST a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, GAINST is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 7 points in Scrabble.
How many points is GAINST worth in Scrabble?
GAINST is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from GAINST?
You can make 100 words from the letters in GAINST. 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 GAINST?
The anagrams of GAINST (words using the exact same letters) are: GIANTS, SATING, TANGIS. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.