MESSY
/ˈmɛsi/
5 letters · 2 syllables · adjective
Definition of MESSY
(of a place, situation, person, etc) In a disorderly state; chaotic; disorderly.
"Jim ran his fingers through his messy brown hair."
(of a person) Prone to causing mess.
"He is the messiest person I've ever met."
(of a situation) Difficult or unpleasant to deal with.
"a messy divorce"
Examples of MESSY in a Sentence
- "Jim ran his fingers through his messy brown hair."
- "He is the messiest person I've ever met."
- "a messy divorce"
Word Details
Is MESSY a Scrabble Word?
Yes, MESSY is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: MESSY uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for MESSY
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | m | e | s | s | y | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 10 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 10 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in MESSY
21 words from the letters in MESSY
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use MESSY in Word Games
MESSY is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, MESSY 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 MESSY to find 21 additional valid words.