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IMBUE

/ɪmˈbjuː/

5 letters · 1 syllable · verb

I 1/1
M 3/4
B 3/4
U 1/2
E 1/1

Definition of IMBUE

verb

To wet or stain an object completely with some physical quality.

"The shirt was imbued with his scent."

verb

In general, to act in a way which results in an object becoming completely permeated or impregnated by some quality.

"The entire text is imbued with the sense of melancholy and hopelessness."

Examples of IMBUE in a Sentence

  • "The shirt was imbued with his scent."
  • "The entire text is imbued with the sense of melancholy and hopelessness."

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
1
Scrabble
9
points
WWF
12
points

Is IMBUE a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 9 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 9 pts Words With Friends — 12 pts

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

Letter Values for IMBUE

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

Letter imbue Total
Scrabble 13311 9
WWF 14421 12

How to Use IMBUE in Word Games

IMBUE is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, IMBUE 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 IMBUE to find 12 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About IMBUE

What does IMBUE mean?
IMBUE is a verb. To wet or stain an object completely with some physical quality.
Is IMBUE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, IMBUE is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 9 points in Scrabble.
How many points is IMBUE worth in Scrabble?
IMBUE is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from IMBUE?
You can make 12 words from the letters in IMBUE. The longest sub-words are 3 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.