WAVING
/ˈweɪvɪŋ/
6 letters · 2 syllables · verb, noun
Definition of WAVING
To relinquish (a right etc.); to give up claim to; to forego.
"If you waive the right to be silent, anything you say can be used against you in a court of law."
To put aside, avoid.
To outlaw (someone).
To move from side to side; to sway.
To stray, wander.
To move back and forth repeatedly and somewhat loosely.
"The flag waved in the gentle breeze."
To move one’s hand back and forth (generally above the shoulders) in greeting or departure.
(metonymic) To call attention to, or give a direction or command to, by a waving motion, as of the hand; to signify by waving; to beckon; to signal; to indicate.
"I waved goodbye from across the room."
Examples of WAVING in a Sentence
- "If you waive the right to be silent, anything you say can be used against you in a court of law."
- "The flag waved in the gentle breeze."
- "I waved goodbye from across the room."
Word Details
Is WAVING a Scrabble Word?
Yes, WAVING is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: WAVING uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for WAVING
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | w | a | v | i | n | g | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 4 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 13 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 16 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in WAVING
36 words from the letters in WAVING
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How to Use WAVING in Word Games
WAVING is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, WAVING 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 WAVING to find 36 additional valid words.