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LEANT

/ˈlɛnt/

5 letters · 1 syllable · verb

L 1/2
E 1/1
A 1/1
N 1/2
T 1/1

Definition of LEANT

verb

To incline, deviate, or bend, from a vertical position; to be in a position thus inclining or deviating.

"She leaned out of the window."

verb

To incline in opinion or desire; to conform in conduct; often with to, toward, etc.

"I’m leaning towards voting Conservative in the next election.  The Hispanic vote leans Democratic."

verb

Followed by against, on, or upon: to rest or rely, for support, comfort, etc.

Examples of LEANT in a Sentence

  • "She leaned out of the window."
  • "I’m leaning towards voting Conservative in the next election.  The Hispanic vote leans Democratic."

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
1
Scrabble
5
points
WWF
7
points

Is LEANT a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 5 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) Words With Friends — 7 pts

Tip: LEANT uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for LEANT

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

Letter leant Total
Scrabble 11111 5
WWF 21121 7

Anagrams of LEANT

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use LEANT in Word Games

LEANT 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, LEANT 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 LEANT to find 51 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About LEANT

What does LEANT mean?
LEANT is a verb. To incline, deviate, or bend, from a vertical position; to be in a position thus inclining or deviating.
Is LEANT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, LEANT is valid in Scrabble US (TWL). It is worth 5 points in Scrabble.
How many points is LEANT worth in Scrabble?
LEANT is worth 5 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from LEANT?
You can make 51 words from the letters in LEANT. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of LEANT?
The anagrams of LEANT (words using the exact same letters) are: LATEN. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.