HYPES
/haɪps/
5 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of HYPES
A throw in which the wrestler lifts his opponent from the ground, swings him to one side, knocks up his nearer thigh from the back with the knee, and throws him on his back.
To throw (an opponent) using this technique.
Promotion or propaganda; especially exaggerated claims.
"After all the hype for the diet plan, only the results ended up slim."
To promote heavily; to advertise or build up.
"They started hyping the new magazine months before its release."
A drug addict.
Examples of HYPES in a Sentence
- "After all the hype for the diet plan, only the results ended up slim."
- "They started hyping the new magazine months before its release."
Word Details
Is HYPES a Scrabble Word?
Yes, HYPES is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: HYPES uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for HYPES
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | h | y | p | e | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 4 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 13 |
| WWF | 3 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 12 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in HYPES
38 words from the letters in HYPES
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use HYPES in Word Games
HYPES is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, HYPES 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 HYPES to find 38 additional valid words.