OVERTHREW
/oʊ.vɚ.θɹu/
9 letters · 3 syllables · verb
Definition of OVERTHREW
To bring about the downfall of (a government, etc.), especially by force.
"I hate the current government, but not enough to want to overthrow them."
To throw down to the ground, to overturn.
To throw (something) so that it goes too far.
"He overthrew first base, for an error."
Examples of OVERTHREW in a Sentence
- "I hate the current government, but not enough to want to overthrow them."
- "He overthrew first base, for an error."
Word Details
Is OVERTHREW a Scrabble Word?
Yes, OVERTHREW is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: OVERTHREW uses 9 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for OVERTHREW
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | o | v | e | r | t | h | r | e | w | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 18 |
| WWF | 1 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 18 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in OVERTHREW
100 words from the letters in OVERTHREW
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How to Use OVERTHREW in Word Games
OVERTHREW is worth 18 points in Scrabble and 18 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
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