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Spike

Yes, spike is a valid Scrabble word. It has 5 letters and is worth 11 points in Scrabble. It is on our list of likely Wordle answers.

What does spike mean?

noun

  1. a transient variation in voltage or current
  2. sports equipment consisting of a sharp point on the sole of a shoe worn by athletes spikes provide greater traction
  3. fruiting spike of a cereal plant especially corn

verb

  1. stand in the way of
  2. pierce with a sharp stake or point impale a shrimp on a skewer
  3. secure with spikes

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for spike

Word facts

Letters5
Vowels / consonants2 / 3
Scrabble points11
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonCommon
Likely Wordle answerYes

Anagrams of spike

  • pikes
  • kepis

Words you can make from spike

Unscramble SPIKE for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is spike a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Spike 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 spike worth in Scrabble?

Spike is worth 11 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does spike mean?

Spike means: a transient variation in voltage or current.

Could spike be a Wordle answer?

Spike is on our list of likely Wordle answers: a common five-letter dictionary word that is not a plural or past tense.