INTIMATE
/ˈɪn.tɪ.mət/
8 letters · 3 syllables · noun, verb, adjective
Definition of INTIMATE
A very close friend.
"Only a couple of intimates had ever read his writing."
(in plural intimates) Women's underwear, sleepwear, or lingerie, especially offered for sale in a store.
"You'll find bras and panties in the women's intimates section upstairs."
To suggest or disclose (something) discreetly.
"He intimated that we should leave before the argument escalated."
To notify.
"I will intimate you when the details are available."
Closely acquainted; familiar.
"He and his sister deeply valued their intimate relationship as they didn't have much else to live for."
Of or involved in a sexual relationship.
"She enjoyed some intimate time alone with her husband."
Personal; private.
"an intimate setting"
Examples of INTIMATE in a Sentence
- "Only a couple of intimates had ever read his writing."
- "You'll find bras and panties in the women's intimates section upstairs."
- "He intimated that we should leave before the argument escalated."
- "I will intimate you when the details are available."
Word Details
Is INTIMATE a Scrabble Word?
Yes, INTIMATE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: INTIMATE uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for INTIMATE
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | i | n | t | i | m | a | t | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 10 |
| WWF | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 12 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in INTIMATE
100 words from the letters in INTIMATE
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How to Use INTIMATE in Word Games
INTIMATE is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
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