SWEEPS
6 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of SWEEPS
A single action of sweeping.
"Give the front steps a quick sweep to get rid of those fallen leaves."
The person who steers a dragon boat.
A person who stands at the stern of a surf boat, steering with a steering oar and commanding the crew.
To clean (a surface) by means of a stroking motion of a broom or brush.
"to sweep a floor, the street, or a chimney"
To move through a (horizontal) arc or similar long stroke.
"The offended countess swept out of the ballroom."
To search (a place) methodically.
Examples of SWEEPS in a Sentence
- "Give the front steps a quick sweep to get rid of those fallen leaves."
- "to sweep a floor, the street, or a chimney"
- "The offended countess swept out of the ballroom."
Word Details
Is SWEEPS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, SWEEPS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: SWEEPS uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for SWEEPS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | s | w | e | e | p | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 11 |
| WWF | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 12 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in SWEEPS
32 words from the letters in SWEEPS
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How to Use SWEEPS in Word Games
SWEEPS is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, SWEEPS 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 SWEEPS to find 32 additional valid words.