UNDERTOWS
9 letters · 3 syllables · noun
Definition of UNDERTOWS
A short-range flow of water returning seaward from the waves breaking on the shore.
"A strong undertow may sweep a returning swimmer off their feet but it does not carry them far from the shore."
(by extension) A feeling that runs contrary to one's normal one.
Examples of UNDERTOWS in a Sentence
- "A strong undertow may sweep a returning swimmer off their feet but it does not carry them far from the shore."
Word Details
Is UNDERTOWS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, UNDERTOWS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: UNDERTOWS uses 9 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for UNDERTOWS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | u | n | d | e | r | t | o | w | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 13 |
| WWF | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 15 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in UNDERTOWS
100 words from the letters in UNDERTOWS
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How to Use UNDERTOWS in Word Games
UNDERTOWS is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
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