LEAVE
/liːv/
5 letters · 1 syllable · verb, noun
Definition of LEAVE
To have a consequence or remnant.
To depart; to separate from.
To transfer something.
The action of the batsman not attempting to play at the ball.
The arrangement of balls in play that remains after a shot is made (which determines whether the next shooter — who may be either the same player, or an opponent — has good options, or only poor ones).
Permission to be absent; time away from one's work.
"I've been given three weeks' leave by my boss."
Permission.
"Might I beg leave to accompany you?"
Farewell, departure.
"I took my leave of the gentleman without a backward glance."
Synonyms of LEAVE
Words with similar meaning
Examples of LEAVE in a Sentence
- "I've been given three weeks' leave by my boss."
- "Might I beg leave to accompany you?"
- "I took my leave of the gentleman without a backward glance."
- "We were not left go to the beach after school except on a weekend."
Word Details
Is LEAVE a Scrabble Word?
Yes, LEAVE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: LEAVE uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for LEAVE
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | l | e | a | v | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 8 |
| WWF | 2 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 10 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in LEAVE
25 words from the letters in LEAVE
4-letter words
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use LEAVE in Word Games
LEAVE is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, LEAVE 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 LEAVE to find 25 additional valid words.