THAWS
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of THAWS
The melting of ice, snow, or other congealed matter; the resolution of ice, or the like, into the state of a fluid; liquefaction by heat of anything congealed by frost
A warmth of weather sufficient to melt that which is frozen
To gradually melt, dissolve, or become fluid; to soften from frozen
"the ice thaws"
To become so warm as to melt ice and snow — said in reference to the weather, and used impersonally.
"It's beginning to thaw."
To grow gentle or genial.
"Her anger has thawed."
Examples of THAWS in a Sentence
- "the ice thaws"
- "It's beginning to thaw."
- "Her anger has thawed."
Word Details
Is THAWS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, THAWS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: THAWS uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for THAWS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | t | h | a | w | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 11 |
| WWF | 1 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 10 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in THAWS
43 words from the letters in THAWS
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use THAWS in Word Games
THAWS is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, THAWS 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 THAWS to find 43 additional valid words.