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HIJACK

/ˈhaɪ.dʒæk/

6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb

H 4/3
I 1/1
J 8/10
A 1/1
C 3/4
K 5/5

Definition of HIJACK

noun

An instance of hijacking; the illegal seizure of a vehicle; a hijacking.

noun

An instance of a seizure and redirection of a process.

noun

An amendment which deletes the contents of a bill and inserts entirely new provisions.

verb

To forcibly stop and seize control of some vehicle in order to rob it or to reach a destination (especially an airplane, truck or a boat).

verb

To seize control of some process or resource to achieve a purpose other than its originally intended one.

verb

To seize control of a networked computer by means of infecting it with a worm or other malware, thereby turning it into a zombie.

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
22
points
WWF
24
points

Is HIJACK a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 22 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 22 pts Words With Friends — 24 pts

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

Letter Values for HIJACK

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

Letter hijack Total
Scrabble 418135 22
WWF 3110145 24

How to Use HIJACK in Word Games

HIJACK is worth 22 points in Scrabble and 24 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, HIJACK 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 HIJACK to find 25 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About HIJACK

What does HIJACK mean?
HIJACK is a noun. An instance of hijacking; the illegal seizure of a vehicle; a hijacking.
Is HIJACK a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, HIJACK is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 22 points in Scrabble.
How many points is HIJACK worth in Scrabble?
HIJACK is worth 22 points in Scrabble and 24 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from HIJACK?
You can make 25 words from the letters in HIJACK. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.