GOVERN
/ˈɡʌvən/
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of GOVERN
The act of governing
To make and administer the public policy and affairs of; to exercise sovereign authority in.
"The old king governed the land wisely."
To control the actions or behavior of; to keep under control; to restrain.
"Govern yourselves like civilized people."
To exercise a deciding or determining influence on.
"Chance governs the outcome of many card games."
Examples of GOVERN in a Sentence
- "The old king governed the land wisely."
- "Govern yourselves like civilized people."
- "Chance governs the outcome of many card games."
Word Details
Is GOVERN a Scrabble Word?
Yes, GOVERN is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: GOVERN uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for GOVERN
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | g | o | v | e | r | n | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 2 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 10 |
| WWF | 3 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 13 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in GOVERN
50 words from the letters in GOVERN
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How to Use GOVERN in Word Games
GOVERN is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, GOVERN 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 GOVERN to find 50 additional valid words.