SWAMP
/swɒmp/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of SWAMP
A piece of wet, spongy land; low ground saturated with water; soft, wet ground which may have a growth of certain kinds of trees, but is unfit for agricultural or pastoral purposes.
A type of wetland that stretches for vast distances, and is home to many creatures which have adapted specifically to that environment.
A place or situation that is foul or where progress is difficult.
To drench or fill with water.
"The boat was swamped in the storm."
To overwhelm; to make too busy, or overrun the capacity of.
"I have been swamped with paperwork ever since they started using the new system."
To plunge into difficulties and perils; to overwhelm; to ruin; to wreck.
Examples of SWAMP in a Sentence
- "The boat was swamped in the storm."
- "I have been swamped with paperwork ever since they started using the new system."
Word Details
Is SWAMP a Scrabble Word?
Yes, SWAMP is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: SWAMP uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for SWAMP
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | s | w | a | m | p | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 12 |
| WWF | 1 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 14 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in SWAMP
35 words from the letters in SWAMP
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use SWAMP in Word Games
SWAMP is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, SWAMP 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 SWAMP to find 35 additional valid words.