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SKIMPS

/skɪmps/

6 letters · 1 syllable · verb

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

Definition of SKIMPS

verb

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

"I thought Adie was only skimpin' me."

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.

Examples of SKIMPS in a Sentence

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

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
1
Scrabble
14
points
WWF
16
points

Is SKIMPS a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 14 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 14 pts Words With Friends — 16 pts

Tip: SKIMPS uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for SKIMPS

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

Letter skimps Total
Scrabble 151331 14
WWF 151441 16

How to Use SKIMPS in Word Games

SKIMPS is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, SKIMPS 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 SKIMPS to find 39 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About SKIMPS

What does SKIMPS mean?
SKIMPS is a verb. To mock, deride, scorn, scold, make fun of.
Is SKIMPS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, SKIMPS is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 14 points in Scrabble.
How many points is SKIMPS worth in Scrabble?
SKIMPS is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from SKIMPS?
You can make 39 words from the letters in SKIMPS. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.