SHIVER
/ˈʃɪvə/
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of SHIVER
The act of shivering.
"A shiver went up my spine."
A bodily response to early hypothermia.Wp
To tremble or shake, especially when cold or frightened.
"They stood outside for hours, shivering in the frosty air."
To cause to shake or tremble, as a sail, by steering close to the wind.
A fragment or splinter, especially of glass or stone.
A thin slice; a shive.
A variety of blue slate.
To break into splinters or fragments.
Examples of SHIVER in a Sentence
- "A shiver went up my spine."
- "They stood outside for hours, shivering in the frosty air."
Word Details
Is SHIVER a Scrabble Word?
Yes, SHIVER is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: SHIVER uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for SHIVER
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | s | h | i | v | e | r | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 12 |
| WWF | 1 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 12 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in SHIVER
66 words from the letters in SHIVER
6-letter words
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use SHIVER in Word Games
SHIVER is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, SHIVER 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 SHIVER to find 66 additional valid words.