INSIST
/ɪnˈsɪst/
6 letters · 2 syllables · verb
Definition of INSIST
(with on or upon or (that + ordinary verb form)) To hold up a claim emphatically.
"I insist that my secretary dresses nicely."
(sometimes with on or upon or (that + subjunctive)) To demand continually that something happen or be done.
"I insist that my secretary dress nicely."
To stand (on); to rest (upon); to lean (upon).
Examples of INSIST in a Sentence
- "I insist that my secretary dresses nicely."
- "I insist that my secretary dress nicely."
Word Details
Is INSIST a Scrabble Word?
Yes, INSIST is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: INSIST uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for INSIST
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | i | n | s | i | s | t | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6 |
| WWF | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in INSIST
27 words from the letters in INSIST
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How to Use INSIST in Word Games
INSIST is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, INSIST 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 INSIST to find 27 additional valid words.