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SHILL

/ʃɪl/

5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb

S 1/1
H 4/3
I 1/1
L 1/2
L 1/2

Definition of SHILL

noun

A person paid to endorse a product favourably, while pretending to be impartial.

noun

An accomplice at a confidence trick during an auction or gambling game.

noun

A house player in a casino.

verb

To promote or endorse in return for payment, especially dishonestly.

verb

To put under cover; to sheal.

verb

To shell.

Synonyms of SHILL

Words with similar meaning

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
1
Scrabble
8
points
WWF
9
points

Is SHILL a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 8 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 8 pts Words With Friends — 9 pts

Tip: SHILL uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for SHILL

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

Letter shill Total
Scrabble 14111 8
WWF 13122 9

Anagrams of SHILL

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use SHILL in Word Games

SHILL is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, SHILL 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 SHILL to find 15 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About SHILL

What does SHILL mean?
SHILL is a noun. A person paid to endorse a product favourably, while pretending to be impartial.
Is SHILL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, SHILL is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
How many points is SHILL worth in Scrabble?
SHILL is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from SHILL?
You can make 15 words from the letters in SHILL. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of SHILL?
Synonyms of SHILL include: shillaber. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.
What are the anagrams of SHILL?
The anagrams of SHILL (words using the exact same letters) are: HILLS. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.