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GAUNT

/ɡɑːnt/

5 letters · 1 syllable · adjective

G 2/3
A 1/1
U 1/2
N 1/2
T 1/1
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Definition of GAUNT

adjective

Lean, angular and bony

adjective

Haggard, drawn and emaciated

adjective

Bleak, barren and desolate

Synonyms of GAUNT

Words with similar meaning

scraggy scrawny skinny

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
1
Scrabble
6
points
WWF
9
points

Is GAUNT a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 6 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 6 pts Words With Friends — 9 pts

Tip: GAUNT uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for GAUNT

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

Letter gaunt Total
Scrabble 21111 6
WWF 31221 9

Words You Can Make With the Letters in GAUNT

34 words from the letters in GAUNT

4-letter words

gant 5/7 UK gnat 5/7 USUKWWF tang 5/7 USUKWWF gaun 5/8 USUKWWF guan 5/8 USUKWWF tung 5/8 USUKWWF aunt 4/6 USUKWWF tuan 4/6 UK tuna 4/6 USUKWWF

3-letter words

gan 4/6 USUKWWF nag 4/6 USUKWWF gat 4/5 USUKWWF tag 4/5 USUKWWF gau 4/6 UK gnu 4/7 USUKWWF gun 4/7 USUKWWF gut 4/6 USUKWWF tug 4/6 USUKWWF ant 3/4 USUKWWF tan 3/4 USUKWWF anu 3/5 UK tau 3/4 USUKWWF uta 3/4 USUKWWF nut 3/5 USUKWWF tun 3/5 USUKWWF

2-letter words

ag 3/4 USUKWWF ug 3/5 UK an 2/3 USUKWWF na 2/3 USUKWWF at 2/2 USUKWWF ta 2/2 USUKWWF nu 2/4 USUKWWF un 2/4 USUKWWF ut 2/3 USUKWWF

How to Use GAUNT in Word Games

GAUNT is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, GAUNT 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 GAUNT to find 34 additional valid words.

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Frequently Asked Questions About GAUNT

What does GAUNT mean?
GAUNT is a adjective. Lean, angular and bony
Is GAUNT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, GAUNT is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 6 points in Scrabble.
How many points is GAUNT worth in Scrabble?
GAUNT is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from GAUNT?
You can make 34 words from the letters in GAUNT. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of GAUNT?
Synonyms of GAUNT include: scraggy, scrawny, skinny. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.