VOLUNTEER
/vɒl.ənˈtɪə/
9 letters · 3 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of VOLUNTEER
One who enters into, or offers for, any service of his/her own free will, especially when done without pay.
One who enters into military service voluntarily, but who, when in service, is subject to discipline and regulations like other soldiers; -- opposed to conscript; specifically, a voluntary member of the organized militia of a country as distinguished from the standing army.
A person who acts out of his own will without a legal obligation, such as a donor.
To enlist oneself as a volunteer.
To do or offer to do something voluntarily.
"to volunteer for doing the dishes"
To offer, usually unprompted.
"to volunteer an explanation"
Examples of VOLUNTEER in a Sentence
- "to volunteer for doing the dishes"
- "to volunteer an explanation"
Word Details
Is VOLUNTEER a Scrabble Word?
Yes, VOLUNTEER is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: VOLUNTEER uses 9 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for VOLUNTEER
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | v | o | l | u | n | t | e | e | r | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 12 |
| WWF | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 16 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in VOLUNTEER
100 words from the letters in VOLUNTEER
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How to Use VOLUNTEER in Word Games
VOLUNTEER is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
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