PRICK
/pɹɪk/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of PRICK
A small hole or perforation, caused by piercing.
An indentation or small mark made with a pointed object.
A dot or other diacritical mark used in writing; a point.
To pierce or puncture slightly.
"John hardly felt the needle prick his arm when the adept nurse drew blood."
To form by piercing or puncturing.
"to prick a pattern for embroidery"
To mark or denote by a puncture; to designate by pricking; to choose; to mark.
Examples of PRICK in a Sentence
- "John hardly felt the needle prick his arm when the adept nurse drew blood."
- "to prick a pattern for embroidery"
Word Details
Is PRICK a Scrabble Word?
Yes, PRICK is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: PRICK uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for PRICK
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | p | r | i | c | k | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 13 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 5 | 15 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in PRICK
12 words from the letters in PRICK
4-letter words
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use PRICK in Word Games
PRICK is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, PRICK 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 PRICK to find 12 additional valid words.