SPOOK
/spuːk/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of SPOOK
A ghost or phantom.
"The building was haunted by a couple of spooks."
A hobgoblin.
A scare or fright.
"The big spider gave me a spook."
To frighten or make nervous (especially by startling).
"The hunters were spooked when the black cat crossed their path. The movement in the bushes spooked the deer and they ran."
To become frightened (by something startling).
"The deer spooked at the sound of the dogs."
To haunt.
Examples of SPOOK in a Sentence
- "The building was haunted by a couple of spooks."
- "The big spider gave me a spook."
- "The hunters were spooked when the black cat crossed their path. The movement in the bushes spooked the deer and they ran."
- "The deer spooked at the sound of the dogs."
Word Details
Is SPOOK a Scrabble Word?
Yes, SPOOK is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: SPOOK uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for SPOOK
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | s | p | o | o | k | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 11 |
| WWF | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 12 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in SPOOK
22 words from the letters in SPOOK
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use SPOOK in Word Games
SPOOK is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, SPOOK 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 SPOOK to find 22 additional valid words.