PLUMP
/plʌmp/
5 letters · 1 syllable · verb, adjective, noun, adverb
Definition of PLUMP
To grow plump; to swell out.
"Her cheeks have plumped."
To make plump; to fill (out) or support; often with up.
"to plump oysters or scallops by placing them in fresh or brackish water"
To cast or let drop all at once, suddenly and heavily.
"to plump a stone into water"
Having a full and rounded shape; chubby, somewhat overweight.
"a plump baby; plump cheeks"
Fat.
Sudden and without reservation; blunt; direct; downright.
The sound of a sudden heavy fall.
To drop or fall suddenly or heavily, all at once.
Examples of PLUMP in a Sentence
- "Her cheeks have plumped."
- "to plump oysters or scallops by placing them in fresh or brackish water"
- "to plump a stone into water"
- "a plump baby; plump cheeks"
Word Details
Is PLUMP a Scrabble Word?
Yes, PLUMP is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: PLUMP uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for PLUMP
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | p | l | u | m | p | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 11 |
| WWF | 4 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 16 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in PLUMP
12 words from the letters in PLUMP
4-letter words
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use PLUMP in Word Games
PLUMP is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, PLUMP 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 PLUMP to find 12 additional valid words.