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OVERLAID

/oʊ.vɚ.leɪd/

8 letters · 3 syllables · verb

O 1/1
V 4/5
E 1/1
R 1/1
L 1/2
A 1/1
I 1/1
D 2/2

Definition of OVERLAID

verb

To lay, spread, or apply something over or across; cover.

verb

To overwhelm; to press excessively upon.

verb

To lie over (someone, especially a child) in order to smother it; to suffocate.

Word Details

Letters
8
Syllables
3
Scrabble
12
points
WWF
14
points

Is OVERLAID a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 12 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 12 pts Words With Friends — 14 pts

Tip: OVERLAID uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for OVERLAID

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

Letter overlaid Total
Scrabble 14111112 12
WWF 15112112 14

Words You Can Make With the Letters in OVERLAID

100 words from the letters in OVERLAID

How to Use OVERLAID in Word Games

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

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble OVERLAID to find 100 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About OVERLAID

What does OVERLAID mean?
OVERLAID is a verb. To lay, spread, or apply something over or across; cover.
Is OVERLAID a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, OVERLAID is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 12 points in Scrabble.
How many points is OVERLAID worth in Scrabble?
OVERLAID is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends. It is a 8-letter word with 3 syllables.
How many words can you make from OVERLAID?
You can make 100 words from the letters in OVERLAID. The longest sub-words are 7 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.