KNOCK
/nɒk/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of KNOCK
Sudden fatigue as a result of glycogen depletion from not having taken in enough nutrition.
An abrupt rapping sound, as from an impact of a hard object against wood.
"I heard a knock on my door."
A sharp impact.
"He took a knock on the head."
Criticism.
To strike for admittance; to rap upon, as a door.
To criticize verbally; to denigrate; to undervalue.
"Don’t knock it until you’ve tried it."
To kick a ball towards another player; to pass.
Examples of KNOCK in a Sentence
- "I heard a knock on my door."
- "He took a knock on the head."
- "Don’t knock it until you’ve tried it."
Word Details
Is KNOCK a Scrabble Word?
Yes, KNOCK is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: KNOCK uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for KNOCK
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | k | n | o | c | k | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 15 |
| WWF | 5 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 5 | 17 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in KNOCK
9 words from the letters in KNOCK
4-letter words
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use KNOCK in Word Games
KNOCK is worth 15 points in Scrabble and 17 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, KNOCK 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 KNOCK to find 9 additional valid words.