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Headlong

Yes, headlong is a valid Scrabble word. It has 8 letters and is worth 13 points in Scrabble.

What does headlong mean?

adjective

  1. excessively quick made a hasty exit
  2. with the head foremost a headfirst plunge down the stairs

adverb

  1. with the head foremost the runner slid headlong into third base
  2. at breakneck speed burst headlong through the gate
  3. in a hasty and foolhardy manner he fell headlong in love with his cousin

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for headlong

Word facts

Letters8
Vowels / consonants3 / 5
Scrabble points13
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonLess common

Anagrams of headlong

  • longhead

Words you can make from headlong

Unscramble HEADLONG for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is headlong a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Headlong 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 headlong worth in Scrabble?

Headlong is worth 13 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does headlong mean?

Headlong means: excessively quick.