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SUNSET

/ˈsʌnˌsɛt/

6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb

S 1/1
U 1/2
N 1/2
S 1/1
E 1/1
T 1/1

Definition of SUNSET

noun

The time of day when the sun disappears below the western horizon.

noun

The changes in color of the sky at sunset.

noun

The final period of the life of a person or thing.

"one's sunset years"

verb

To phase out.

"We'll be sunsetting version 1.9 of the software shortly after releasing version 2.0 next quarter."

Synonyms of SUNSET

Words with similar meaning

Antonyms of SUNSET

Words with opposite meaning

Examples of SUNSET in a Sentence

  • "one's sunset years"
  • "We'll be sunsetting version 1.9 of the software shortly after releasing version 2.0 next quarter."

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
6
points
WWF
8
points

Is SUNSET a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 6 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 6 pts Words With Friends — 8 pts

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

Letter Values for SUNSET

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

Letter sunset Total
Scrabble 111111 6
WWF 122111 8

Anagrams of SUNSET

Words made by rearranging the exact same 6 letters

How to Use SUNSET in Word Games

SUNSET is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, SUNSET 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 SUNSET to find 54 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About SUNSET

What does SUNSET mean?
SUNSET is a noun. The time of day when the sun disappears below the western horizon.
Is SUNSET a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, SUNSET is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 6 points in Scrabble.
How many points is SUNSET worth in Scrabble?
SUNSET is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from SUNSET?
You can make 54 words from the letters in SUNSET. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of SUNSET?
Synonyms of SUNSET include: last, terminal, twilight, end, final act, swansong. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.
What are the anagrams of SUNSET?
The anagrams of SUNSET (words using the exact same letters) are: UNSETS. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.