GRIPE
/ɡɹʌɪp/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of GRIPE
A complaint, often a petty or trivial one.
A wire rope, often used on davits and other life raft launching systems.
Grasp; clutch; grip
To complain; to whine.
To annoy or bother.
"What's griping you?"
To tend to come up into the wind, as a ship which, when sailing close-hauled, requires constant labour at the helm.
Examples of GRIPE in a Sentence
- "What's griping you?"
Word Details
Is GRIPE a Scrabble Word?
Yes, GRIPE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: GRIPE uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for GRIPE
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | g | r | i | p | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 8 |
| WWF | 3 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 10 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in GRIPE
26 words from the letters in GRIPE
4-letter words
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use GRIPE in Word Games
GRIPE is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, GRIPE 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 GRIPE to find 26 additional valid words.