INURE
/ɪˈnjɔː/
5 letters · 2 syllables · verb
Definition of INURE
To cause someone to become accustomed to something (usually) unpleasant.
To take effect, to be operative.
"Jim buys a beach house that includes the right to travel across the neighbor's property to get to the water. That right of way is said, cryptically, "to inure to the benefit of Jim"."
To commit.
Examples of INURE in a Sentence
- "Jim buys a beach house that includes the right to travel across the neighbor's property to get to the water. That right of way is said, cryptically, "to inure to the benefit of Jim"."
Word Details
Is INURE a Scrabble Word?
Yes, INURE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: INURE uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for INURE
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | i | n | u | r | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 |
| WWF | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in INURE
25 words from the letters in INURE
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use INURE in Word Games
INURE is worth 5 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, INURE 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 INURE to find 25 additional valid words.