SPORT
/spɔːt/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of SPORT
Any activity that uses physical exertion or skills competitively under a set of rules that is not based on aesthetics.
Something done for fun, regardless of its design or intended purpose.
"Joe was banned from getting legal help. He seemed to view lawsuits as a sport."
A person who exhibits either good or bad sportsmanship.
"Jen may have won, but she was sure a poor sport; she laughed at the loser."
To amuse oneself, to play.
"children sporting on the green"
To mock or tease, treat lightly, toy with.
"Jen sports with Bill's emotions."
To display; to have as a notable feature.
"Jen's sporting a new pair of shoes; he was sporting a new wound from the combat"
Examples of SPORT in a Sentence
- "Joe was banned from getting legal help. He seemed to view lawsuits as a sport."
- "Jen may have won, but she was sure a poor sport; she laughed at the loser."
- "children sporting on the green"
- "Jen sports with Bill's emotions."
Word Details
Is SPORT a Scrabble Word?
Yes, SPORT is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: SPORT uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for SPORT
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | s | p | o | r | t | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| WWF | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in SPORT
39 words from the letters in SPORT
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use SPORT in Word Games
SPORT is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, SPORT 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 SPORT to find 39 additional valid words.