RUFFLE
/ˈɹʌfəl/
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of RUFFLE
Any gathered or curled strip of fabric added as trim or decoration.
"She loved the dress with the lace ruffle at the hem."
Disturbance; agitation; commotion.
"to put the mind in a ruffle"
A low, vibrating beat of a drum, quieter than a roll; a ruff.
To make a ruffle in; to curl or flute, as an edge of fabric.
"Ruffle the end of the cuff."
To disturb; especially, to cause to flutter.
"Her sudden volley of insults ruffled his composure."
To grow rough, boisterous, or turbulent.
Examples of RUFFLE in a Sentence
- "She loved the dress with the lace ruffle at the hem."
- "to put the mind in a ruffle"
- "Ruffle the end of the cuff."
- "Her sudden volley of insults ruffled his composure."
Word Details
Is RUFFLE a Scrabble Word?
Yes, RUFFLE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: RUFFLE uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for RUFFLE
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | r | u | f | f | l | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 12 |
| WWF | 1 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 14 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in RUFFLE
28 words from the letters in RUFFLE
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How to Use RUFFLE in Word Games
RUFFLE is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, RUFFLE 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 RUFFLE to find 28 additional valid words.