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Sweep

Yes, sweep is a valid Scrabble word. It has 5 letters and is worth 10 points in Scrabble. It is on our list of likely Wordle answers.

What does sweep mean?

noun

  1. a wide scope the sweep of the plains
  2. someone who cleans soot from chimneys
  3. winning all or all but one of the tricks in bridge

verb

  1. sweep across or over Her long skirt brushed the floor
  2. move with sweeping, effortless, gliding motions The diva swept into the room
  3. sweep with a broom or as if with a broom Sweep the crumbs off the table

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for sweep

Word facts

Letters5
Vowels / consonants2 / 3
Scrabble points10
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonCommon
Likely Wordle answerYes

Anagrams of sweep

  • weeps

Words you can make from sweep

Unscramble SWEEP for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is sweep a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Sweep 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 sweep worth in Scrabble?

Sweep is worth 10 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does sweep mean?

Sweep means: a wide scope.

Could sweep be a Wordle answer?

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