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SKIMP

/skɪmp/

5 letters · 1 syllable · verb, noun, adjective

S 1/1
K 5/5
I 1/1
M 3/4
P 3/4

Definition of SKIMP

verb

To mock, deride, scorn, scold, make fun of.

"I thought Adie was only skimpin' me."

noun

A skimpy or insubstantial thing, especially a piece of clothing.

noun

(in the plural) Underwear.

verb

To slight; to do carelessly; to scamp.

verb

To make insufficient allowance for; to scant; to scrimp.

verb

To save; to be parsimonious or stingy.

adjective

Scanty.

Examples of SKIMP in a Sentence

  • "I thought Adie was only skimpin' me."

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
1
Scrabble
13
points
WWF
15
points

Is SKIMP a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 13 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 13 pts Words With Friends — 15 pts

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

Letter Values for SKIMP

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

Letter skimp Total
Scrabble 15133 13
WWF 15144 15

How to Use SKIMP in Word Games

SKIMP is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, SKIMP 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 SKIMP to find 24 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About SKIMP

What does SKIMP mean?
SKIMP is a verb. To mock, deride, scorn, scold, make fun of.
Is SKIMP a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, SKIMP is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 13 points in Scrabble.
How many points is SKIMP worth in Scrabble?
SKIMP is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from SKIMP?
You can make 24 words from the letters in SKIMP. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.