SICKLY
/ˈsɪkli/
6 letters · 2 syllables · verb, adjective, adverb
Definition of SICKLY
To make (something) sickly.
To become sickly.
Frequently ill or in poor health.
"a sickly child"
Not in good health; (somewhat) sick.
(of a plant) Characterized by poor or unhealthy growth.
In a sick manner; in a way that reflects or causes sickness.
"sickly pale; to cough sickly"
Synonyms of SICKLY
Words with similar meaning
Examples of SICKLY in a Sentence
- "a sickly child"
- "sickly pale; to cough sickly"
Word Details
Is SICKLY a Scrabble Word?
Yes, SICKLY is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: SICKLY uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for SICKLY
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | s | i | c | k | l | y | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 4 | 15 |
| WWF | 1 | 1 | 4 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 16 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in SICKLY
29 words from the letters in SICKLY
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use SICKLY in Word Games
SICKLY is worth 15 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, SICKLY 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 SICKLY to find 29 additional valid words.