STALE
/steɪl/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb, adjective
Definition of STALE
Something stale; a loaf of bread or the like that is no longer fresh.
(of alcohol) To make stale; to age in order to clear and strengthen (a drink, especially beer).
To make stale; to cause to go out of fashion or currency; to diminish the novelty or interest of, particularly by excessive exposure or consumption.
To become stale; to grow odious from excessive exposure or consumption.
(alcohol) Clear, free of dregs and lees; old and strong.
No longer fresh, in reference to food, urine, straw, wounds, etc.
No longer fresh, new, or interesting, in reference to ideas and immaterial things; cliche, hackneyed, dated.
A long, thin handle (of rakes, axes, etc.)
Word Details
Is STALE a Scrabble Word?
Yes, STALE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: STALE uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for STALE
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | s | t | a | l | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 |
| WWF | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 6 |
Anagrams of STALE
Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters
Words You Can Make With the Letters in STALE
81 words from the letters in STALE
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How to Use STALE in Word Games
STALE is worth 5 points in Scrabble and 6 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, STALE 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 STALE to find 81 additional valid words.