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INSISTED

/ɪnˈsɪstɪd/

8 letters · 3 syllables · verb

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Definition of INSISTED

verb

(with on or upon or (that + ordinary verb form)) To hold up a claim emphatically.

"I insist that my secretary dresses nicely."

verb

(sometimes with on or upon or (that + subjunctive)) To demand continually that something happen or be done.

"I insist that my secretary dress nicely."

verb

To stand (on); to rest (upon); to lean (upon).

Examples of INSISTED in a Sentence

  • "I insist that my secretary dresses nicely."
  • "I insist that my secretary dress nicely."

Word Details

Letters
8
Syllables
3
Scrabble
9
points
WWF
10
points

Is INSISTED a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 9 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 9 pts Words With Friends — 10 pts

Tip: INSISTED uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for INSISTED

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

Letter insisted Total
Scrabble 11111112 9
WWF 12111112 10

Anagrams of INSISTED

Words made by rearranging the exact same 8 letters

Words You Can Make With the Letters in INSISTED

100 words from the letters in INSISTED

How to Use INSISTED in Word Games

INSISTED is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble INSISTED to find 100 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About INSISTED

What does INSISTED mean?
INSISTED is a verb. (with on or upon or (that + ordinary verb form)) To hold up a claim emphatically.
Is INSISTED a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, INSISTED is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 9 points in Scrabble.
How many points is INSISTED worth in Scrabble?
INSISTED is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends. It is a 8-letter word with 3 syllables.
How many words can you make from INSISTED?
You can make 100 words from the letters in INSISTED. The longest sub-words are 8 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of INSISTED?
The anagrams of INSISTED (words using the exact same letters) are: TIDINESS. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.