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NASTY

/ˈnaː.sti/

5 letters · 2 syllables · noun, adjective

N 1/2
A 1/1
S 1/1
T 1/1
Y 4/3

Definition of NASTY

noun

Something nasty.

"Processed foods are full of aspartame and other nasties."

noun

(preceded by "the") Sexual intercourse.

noun

A video nasty.

adjective

Dirty, filthy.

adjective

Contemptible, unpleasant (of a person).

adjective

Objectionable, unpleasant (of a thing); repellent, offensive.

Examples of NASTY in a Sentence

  • "Processed foods are full of aspartame and other nasties."

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
8
points
WWF
8
points

Is NASTY a Scrabble Word?

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

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

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

Letter Values for NASTY

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

Letter nasty Total
Scrabble 11114 8
WWF 21113 8

Anagrams of NASTY

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use NASTY in Word Games

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

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, NASTY 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 NASTY to find 34 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About NASTY

What does NASTY mean?
NASTY is a noun. Something nasty.
Is NASTY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, NASTY is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
How many points is NASTY worth in Scrabble?
NASTY is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from NASTY?
You can make 34 words from the letters in NASTY. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of NASTY?
The anagrams of NASTY (words using the exact same letters) are: ANTSY, TANSY. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.