SKIVE
/ˈskaɪv/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of SKIVE
Something very easy, where one can slack off without penalty.
"Mr Smith's history classes are a total skive."
An act of avoiding lessons or work.
To avoid one's lessons or work (chiefly at school or university); shirk.
A rotating iron disk coated with oil and diamond dust used to polish the facets of a diamond.
An angled cut or bevel at the edge of something.
To pare or shave off the rough or thick parts of.
Examples of SKIVE in a Sentence
- "Mr Smith's history classes are a total skive."
Word Details
Is SKIVE a Scrabble Word?
Yes, SKIVE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: SKIVE uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for SKIVE
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | s | k | i | v | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 5 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 12 |
| WWF | 1 | 5 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 13 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in SKIVE
14 words from the letters in SKIVE
4-letter words
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use SKIVE in Word Games
SKIVE is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, SKIVE 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 SKIVE to find 14 additional valid words.