Idle
Yes, idle is a valid Scrabble word. It has 4 letters and is worth 5 points in Scrabble.
What does idle mean?
noun
- the state of an engine or other mechanism that is idling
the car engine was running at idle
verb
- run disconnected or idle
the engine is idling
- be idle; exist in a changeless situation
The old man sat and stagnated on his porch
adjective
- not in action or at work
an idle laborer
- without a basis in reason or fact
baseless gossip
- not in active use
the machinery sat idle during the strike
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for idle
Word facts
| Letters | 4 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 2 / 2 |
| Scrabble points | 5 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Common |
Anagrams of idle
Words you can make from idle
Frequently asked questions
Is idle a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Idle 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 idle worth in Scrabble?
Idle is worth 5 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does idle mean?
Idle means: the state of an engine or other mechanism that is idling.