MATED
5 letters · 2 syllables · verb, adjective
Definition of MATED
To put the king of an opponent into checkmate.
"That jerk checkmated me in four moves!"
(by extension) To place in a losing situation that has no escape.
To match, fit together without space between.
"The pieces of the puzzle mate perfectly."
To copulate.
To pair in order to raise offspring
To confuse; to confound.
Fitted together or interlocked
Examples of MATED in a Sentence
- "That jerk checkmated me in four moves!"
- "The pieces of the puzzle mate perfectly."
Word Details
Is MATED a Scrabble Word?
Yes, MATED is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
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 | m | a | t | e | d | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 8 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 9 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in MATED
40 words from the letters in MATED
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
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.