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PRISON

/ˈpɹɪzən/

6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb

P 3/4
R 1/1
I 1/1
S 1/1
O 1/1
N 1/2

Definition of PRISON

noun

A place or institution of confinement, especially of long-term confinement for those convicted of serious crimes or otherwise considered undesirable by the government.

"The cold stone walls of the prison had stood for over a century."

noun

Confinement in prison.

"Prison was a harrowing experience for him."

noun

Any restrictive environment, such as a harsh academy or home.

"The academy was a prison for many of its students because of its strict teachers."

verb

To imprison.

Synonyms of PRISON

Words with similar meaning

Examples of PRISON in a Sentence

  • "The cold stone walls of the prison had stood for over a century."
  • "Prison was a harrowing experience for him."
  • "The academy was a prison for many of its students because of its strict teachers."

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
8
points
WWF
10
points

Is PRISON a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 8 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 8 pts Words With Friends — 10 pts

Tip: PRISON uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for PRISON

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

Letter prison Total
Scrabble 311111 8
WWF 411112 10

Anagrams of PRISON

Words made by rearranging the exact same 6 letters

How to Use PRISON in Word Games

PRISON is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, PRISON 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 PRISON to find 78 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About PRISON

What does PRISON mean?
PRISON is a noun. A place or institution of confinement, especially of long-term confinement for those convicted of serious crimes or otherwise considered undesirable by the government.
Is PRISON a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, PRISON is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
How many points is PRISON worth in Scrabble?
PRISON is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from PRISON?
You can make 78 words from the letters in PRISON. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of PRISON?
Synonyms of PRISON include: big house, bridewell, imprisonment. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.
What are the anagrams of PRISON?
The anagrams of PRISON (words using the exact same letters) are: ORPINS, PRIONS, SPINOR. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.