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GRAPPLING

/ˈɡɹæp(ə)lɪŋ/

9 letters · 2 syllables · verb, noun

G 2/3
R 1/1
A 1/1
P 3/4
P 3/4
L 1/2
I 1/1
N 1/2
G 2/3

Definition of GRAPPLING

verb

To seize something and hold it firmly.

verb

To wrestle or tussle.

verb

(with with) To ponder and intensely evaluate a problem.

"to grapple with one's conscience"

verb

To fasten, as with a grapple; (by extension) to fix; to join indissolubly.

verb

To climb (whether by means of a grapple and rope, or by hand, etc).

verb

To use a grapple (for example to attempt to find, hook, and raise a net or cable).

noun

(gerund of grapple) An act in which something is grappled or grappled with.

noun

A grappling hook or grappling iron.

Synonyms of GRAPPLING

Words with similar meaning

Examples of GRAPPLING in a Sentence

  • "to grapple with one's conscience"

Word Details

Letters
9
Syllables
2
Scrabble
15
points
WWF
21
points

Is GRAPPLING a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 15 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 15 pts Words With Friends — 21 pts

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

Letter Values for GRAPPLING

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

Letter grappling Total
Scrabble 211331112 15
WWF 311442123 21

Words You Can Make With the Letters in GRAPPLING

100 words from the letters in GRAPPLING

How to Use GRAPPLING in Word Games

GRAPPLING is worth 15 points in Scrabble and 21 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

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Frequently Asked Questions About GRAPPLING

What does GRAPPLING mean?
GRAPPLING is a verb. To seize something and hold it firmly.
Is GRAPPLING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, GRAPPLING is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 15 points in Scrabble.
How many points is GRAPPLING worth in Scrabble?
GRAPPLING is worth 15 points in Scrabble and 21 points in Words With Friends. It is a 9-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from GRAPPLING?
You can make 100 words from the letters in GRAPPLING. The longest sub-words are 7 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of GRAPPLING?
Synonyms of GRAPPLING include: handygripes. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.