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TIGHTWAD

8 letters · 2 syllables · noun

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Definition of TIGHTWAD

noun

One who is stingy, overly cautious, or defensive with money (usually mildly derisive).

"That tightwad would drive ten miles to save a few cents on gas."

Synonyms of TIGHTWAD

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Antonyms of TIGHTWAD

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Examples of TIGHTWAD in a Sentence

  • "That tightwad would drive ten miles to save a few cents on gas."

Word Details

Letters
8
Syllables
2
Scrabble
16
points
WWF
16
points

Is TIGHTWAD a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 16 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 16 pts Words With Friends — 16 pts

Tip: TIGHTWAD uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for TIGHTWAD

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

Letter tightwad Total
Scrabble 11241412 16
WWF 11331412 16

How to Use TIGHTWAD in Word Games

TIGHTWAD is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble TIGHTWAD to find 81 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About TIGHTWAD

What does TIGHTWAD mean?
TIGHTWAD is a noun. One who is stingy, overly cautious, or defensive with money (usually mildly derisive).
Is TIGHTWAD a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, TIGHTWAD is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 16 points in Scrabble.
How many points is TIGHTWAD worth in Scrabble?
TIGHTWAD is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends. It is a 8-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from TIGHTWAD?
You can make 81 words from the letters in TIGHTWAD. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of TIGHTWAD?
Synonyms of TIGHTWAD include: frugal, miser, skinflint. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.