Backfire
Yes, backfire is a valid Scrabble word. It has 8 letters and is worth 19 points in Scrabble.
What does backfire mean?
noun
- the backward escape of gases and unburned gunpowder after a gun is fired
- a loud noise made by the explosion of fuel in the manifold or exhaust of an internal combustion engine
- a fire that is set intentionally in order to slow an approaching forest fire or grassfire by clearing a burned area in its path
verb
- come back to the originator of an action with an undesired effect
Your comments may backfire and cause you a lot of trouble
- emit a loud noise as a result of undergoing a backfire
My old car backfires all the time
- set a controlled fire to halt an advancing forest to prairie fire
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for backfire
Word facts
| Letters | 8 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 3 / 5 |
| Scrabble points | 19 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
Anagrams of backfire
- fireback
Words you can make from backfire
Frequently asked questions
Is backfire a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Backfire is in the ENABLE word list used by many word games, so it is generally playable in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
How many points is backfire worth in Scrabble?
Backfire is worth 19 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does backfire mean?
Backfire means: the backward escape of gases and unburned gunpowder after a gun is fired.