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MATED

5 letters · 2 syllables · verb, adjective

M 3/4
A 1/1
T 1/1
E 1/1
D 2/2

Definition of MATED

verb

To put the king of an opponent into checkmate.

"That jerk checkmated me in four moves!"

verb

(by extension) To place in a losing situation that has no escape.

verb

To match, fit together without space between.

"The pieces of the puzzle mate perfectly."

verb

To copulate.

verb

To pair in order to raise offspring

verb

To confuse; to confound.

adjective

Fitted together or interlocked

Synonyms of MATED

Words with similar meaning

Antonyms of MATED

Words with opposite meaning

Examples of MATED in a Sentence

  • "That jerk checkmated me in four moves!"
  • "The pieces of the puzzle mate perfectly."

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
8
points
WWF
9
points

Is MATED a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 8 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 8 pts Words With Friends — 9 pts

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

Letter Values for MATED

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

Letter mated Total
Scrabble 31112 8
WWF 41112 9

Anagrams of MATED

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use MATED in Word Games

MATED is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, MATED 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 MATED to find 40 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About MATED

What does MATED mean?
MATED is a verb. To put the king of an opponent into checkmate.
Is MATED a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, MATED is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
How many points is MATED worth in Scrabble?
MATED is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from MATED?
You can make 40 words from the letters in MATED. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of MATED?
Synonyms of MATED include: couple, match, pair. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.
What are the anagrams of MATED?
The anagrams of MATED (words using the exact same letters) are: TAMED. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.