Stifle
Yes, stifle is a valid Scrabble word. It has 6 letters and is worth 9 points in Scrabble.
What does stifle mean?
noun
- joint between the femur and tibia in a quadruped; corresponds to the human knee
verb
- conceal or hide
smother a yawn
- smother or suppress
Stifle your curiosity
- impair the respiration of or obstruct the air passage of
The foul air was slowly suffocating the children
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for stifle
Word facts
| Letters | 6 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 2 / 4 |
| Scrabble points | 9 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
Anagrams of stifle
- itself
- filets
- fliest
- flites
Words you can make from stifle
Frequently asked questions
Is stifle a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Stifle 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 stifle worth in Scrabble?
Stifle is worth 9 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does stifle mean?
Stifle means: joint between the femur and tibia in a quadruped; corresponds to the human knee.