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HOARY

/hɔː.ɹi/

5 letters · 2 syllables · adjective

H 4/3
O 1/1
A 1/1
R 1/1
Y 4/3

Definition of HOARY

adjective

White, whitish, or greyish-white.

adjective

White or grey with age.

"The old man bowed his hoary head in acquiescence."

adjective

Of a pale silvery grey.

Examples of HOARY in a Sentence

  • "The old man bowed his hoary head in acquiescence."

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
11
points
WWF
9
points

Is HOARY a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 11 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 11 pts Words With Friends — 9 pts

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

Letter Values for HOARY

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

Letter hoary Total
Scrabble 41114 11
WWF 31113 9

How to Use HOARY in Word Games

HOARY is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, HOARY 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 HOARY to find 28 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About HOARY

What does HOARY mean?
HOARY is a adjective. White, whitish, or greyish-white.
Is HOARY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, HOARY is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 11 points in Scrabble.
How many points is HOARY worth in Scrabble?
HOARY is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from HOARY?
You can make 28 words from the letters in HOARY. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of HOARY?
Synonyms of HOARY include: canescent, aged, ancient, olden, bygone, foregone. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.