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Shrieking

Yes, shrieking is a valid Scrabble word. It has 9 letters and is worth 17 points in Scrabble.

What does shrieking mean?

noun

  1. sharp piercing cry her screaming attracted the neighbors
  2. a high-pitched noise resembling a human cry he ducked at the screechings of shells

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for shrieking

Word facts

Letters9
Vowels / consonants3 / 6
Scrabble points17
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonLess common

Anagrams of shrieking

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters SHRIEKING.

Words you can make from shrieking

Unscramble SHRIEKING for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is shrieking a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Shrieking 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 shrieking worth in Scrabble?

Shrieking is worth 17 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does shrieking mean?

Shrieking means: sharp piercing cry.