WORST
/wɜːst/
5 letters · 1 syllable · adjective, noun, verb, adverb
Definition of WORST
Unfavorable; negative; not good.
"Abducting children is bad for mothers."
Not suitable or fitting.
"Do you think it is a bad idea to confront him directly?"
Not appropriate, of manners etc.
"It is bad manners to talk with your mouth full."
Evil; wicked (of people).
Morally reprehensible (of behaviour etc.); blameworthy.
Indicative of unkind or malevolent intentions; harsh, cruel.
"He suffered from ill treatment."
Something or someone that is the worst
To make worse.
Synonyms of WORST
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Antonyms of WORST
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Examples of WORST in a Sentence
- "Abducting children is bad for mothers."
- "Do you think it is a bad idea to confront him directly?"
- "It is bad manners to talk with your mouth full."
- "He suffered from ill treatment."
Word Details
Is WORST a Scrabble Word?
Yes, WORST is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: WORST uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for WORST
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | w | o | r | s | t | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in WORST
40 words from the letters in WORST
5-letter words
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How to Use WORST in Word Games
WORST is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, WORST 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 WORST to find 40 additional valid words.