SETUP
/ˈsɛtˌʌp/
5 letters · 2 syllables · noun
Definition of SETUP
Equipment designed for a particular purpose; an apparatus.
"The laboratory included an elaborate setup for measuring the energy."
The fashion in which something is organized or arranged.
"The classroom setup was simple and efficient."
A situation orchestrated to frame someone; a covert effort to place the blame on somebody.
"Trust me, that was a setup!"
Examples of SETUP in a Sentence
- "The laboratory included an elaborate setup for measuring the energy."
- "The classroom setup was simple and efficient."
- "Trust me, that was a setup!"
Word Details
Is SETUP a Scrabble Word?
Yes, SETUP is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: SETUP uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for SETUP
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | s | e | t | u | p | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 7 |
| WWF | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 9 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in SETUP
37 words from the letters in SETUP
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use SETUP in Word Games
SETUP is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, SETUP 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 SETUP to find 37 additional valid words.