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NIMBY

/ˈnɪm.bi/

5 letters · 2 syllables · noun, adjective

N 1/2
I 1/1
M 3/4
B 3/4
Y 4/3

Definition of NIMBY

noun

(usually derogatory) Someone who objects to the building of an undesirable structure in their neighborhood, especially in public policy debate.

"fiscally conservative green (as in money) nimbies (may object to the building of anything which may decrease preexisting property values)"

adjective

Not wanting to have to deal with unpleasant or distasteful things near them.

"Their vote against measures to help refugees has been perceived by the socially conscious margin of society as a typically nimby attitude."

Examples of NIMBY in a Sentence

  • "fiscally conservative green (as in money) nimbies (may object to the building of anything which may decrease preexisting property values)"
  • "Their vote against measures to help refugees has been perceived by the socially conscious margin of society as a typically nimby attitude."

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
12
points
WWF
14
points

Is NIMBY a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 12 pts Words With Friends

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

Letter Values for NIMBY

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

Letter nimby Total
Scrabble 11334 12
WWF 21443 14

How to Use NIMBY in Word Games

NIMBY is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, NIMBY 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 NIMBY to find 15 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About NIMBY

What does NIMBY mean?
NIMBY is a noun. (usually derogatory) Someone who objects to the building of an undesirable structure in their neighborhood, especially in public policy debate.
Is NIMBY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, NIMBY is not valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 12 points in Scrabble.
How many points is NIMBY worth in Scrabble?
NIMBY is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from NIMBY?
You can make 15 words from the letters in NIMBY. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.