MISFIRED
8 letters · 3 syllables · verb
Definition of MISFIRED
To fail to discharge properly.
(of an engine) To fail to ignite in the proper sequence.
(by extension) To fail to achieve the anticipated result.
"His practical joke misfired and he nearly burnt my left hand."
Examples of MISFIRED in a Sentence
- "His practical joke misfired and he nearly burnt my left hand."
Word Details
Is MISFIRED a Scrabble Word?
Yes, MISFIRED is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: MISFIRED uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for MISFIRED
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | m | i | s | f | i | r | e | d | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 14 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 15 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in MISFIRED
100 words from the letters in MISFIRED
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How to Use MISFIRED in Word Games
MISFIRED is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
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