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IDLED

5 letters · 2 syllables · verb

I 1/1
D 2/2
L 1/2
E 1/1
D 2/2

Definition of IDLED

verb

To spend in idleness; to waste; to consume.

verb

To lose or spend time doing nothing, or without being employed in business.

verb

Of an engine: to run at a slow speed, or out of gear; to tick over.

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
7
points
WWF
8
points

Is IDLED a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 7 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 7 pts Words With Friends — 8 pts

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

Letter Values for IDLED

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

Letter idled Total
Scrabble 12112 7
WWF 12212 8

How to Use IDLED in Word Games

IDLED is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, IDLED 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 IDLED to find 22 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About IDLED

What does IDLED mean?
IDLED is a verb. To spend in idleness; to waste; to consume.
Is IDLED a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, IDLED is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 7 points in Scrabble.
How many points is IDLED worth in Scrabble?
IDLED is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from IDLED?
You can make 22 words from the letters in IDLED. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.