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JUNKIE

/ˈdʒʌŋki/

6 letters · 1 syllable · noun

J 8/10
U 1/2
N 1/2
K 5/5
I 1/1
E 1/1

Definition of JUNKIE

noun

A narcotics addict, especially a heroin user.

noun

(by extension) An enthusiast of something.

"English people are travel junkies, but Americans hardly ever leave their state."

Synonyms of JUNKIE

Words with similar meaning

Examples of JUNKIE in a Sentence

  • "English people are travel junkies, but Americans hardly ever leave their state."

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
1
Scrabble
17
points
WWF
21
points

Is JUNKIE a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 17 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 17 pts Words With Friends — 21 pts

Tip: JUNKIE uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for JUNKIE

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

Letter junkie Total
Scrabble 811511 17
WWF 1022511 21

How to Use JUNKIE in Word Games

JUNKIE is worth 17 points in Scrabble and 21 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, JUNKIE 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 JUNKIE to find 24 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About JUNKIE

What does JUNKIE mean?
JUNKIE is a noun. A narcotics addict, especially a heroin user.
Is JUNKIE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, JUNKIE is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 17 points in Scrabble.
How many points is JUNKIE worth in Scrabble?
JUNKIE is worth 17 points in Scrabble and 21 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from JUNKIE?
You can make 24 words from the letters in JUNKIE. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of JUNKIE?
Synonyms of JUNKIE include: aficionado, enthusiast, drug addict. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.