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INFLUENCE

/ˈɪn.flu.əns/

9 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb

I 1/1
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L 1/2
U 1/2
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Definition of INFLUENCE

noun

The power to affect, control or manipulate something or someone; the ability to change the development of fluctuating things such as conduct, thoughts or decisions.

"I have absolutely no influence over him."

noun

An action exerted by a person or thing with such power on another to cause change.

"I'm not able to exercise influence over him."

noun

A person or thing exerting such power or action.

"He has been a great influence on the voters during the elections."

verb

To have an effect on by using gentle or subtle action; to exert an influence upon; to modify, bias, or sway; to persuade or induce.

"I must admit that this book influenced my outlook on life."

verb

To exert, make use of one's influence.

verb

To cause to flow in or into; infuse; instill.

Examples of INFLUENCE in a Sentence

  • "I have absolutely no influence over him."
  • "I'm not able to exercise influence over him."
  • "He has been a great influence on the voters during the elections."
  • "I must admit that this book influenced my outlook on life."

Word Details

Letters
9
Syllables
2
Scrabble
14
points
WWF
19
points

Is INFLUENCE a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 14 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 14 pts Words With Friends — 19 pts

Tip: INFLUENCE uses 9 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for INFLUENCE

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

Letter influence Total
Scrabble 114111131 14
WWF 124221241 19

Words You Can Make With the Letters in INFLUENCE

95 words from the letters in INFLUENCE

How to Use INFLUENCE in Word Games

INFLUENCE is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 19 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble INFLUENCE to find 95 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About INFLUENCE

What does INFLUENCE mean?
INFLUENCE is a noun. The power to affect, control or manipulate something or someone; the ability to change the development of fluctuating things such as conduct, thoughts or decisions.
Is INFLUENCE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, INFLUENCE is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 14 points in Scrabble.
How many points is INFLUENCE worth in Scrabble?
INFLUENCE is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 19 points in Words With Friends. It is a 9-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from INFLUENCE?
You can make 95 words from the letters in INFLUENCE. The longest sub-words are 7 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.