MISSES
/ˈmɪsɪz/
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of MISSES
A failure to hit.
A failure to obtain or accomplish.
An act of avoidance (used with the verb give).
"I think I’ll give the meeting a miss."
To fail to hit.
"I missed the target."
To fail to achieve or attain.
"to miss an opportunity"
To avoid; to escape.
"The car just missed hitting a passer-by."
A title of respect for a young woman (usually unmarried) with or without a name used.
"You may sit here, Miss Jones."
An unmarried woman; a girl.
Examples of MISSES in a Sentence
- "I think I’ll give the meeting a miss."
- "I missed the target."
- "to miss an opportunity"
- "The car just missed hitting a passer-by."
Word Details
Is MISSES a Scrabble Word?
Yes, MISSES is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: MISSES uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for MISSES
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | m | i | s | s | e | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 9 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in MISSES
32 words from the letters in MISSES
6-letter words
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use MISSES in Word Games
MISSES is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, MISSES 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 MISSES to find 32 additional valid words.