Swell
Yes, swell is a valid Scrabble word. It has 5 letters and is worth 8 points in Scrabble. It is on our list of likely Wordle answers.
What does swell mean?
noun
- the undulating movement of the surface of the open sea
- a rounded elevation (especially one on an ocean floor)
- a crescendo followed by a decrescendo
verb
- increase in size, magnitude, number, or intensity
The music swelled to a crescendo
- become filled with pride, arrogance, or anger
The mother was swelling with importance when she spoke of her son
- expand abnormally
The bellies of the starving children are swelling
adjective
- very good
he did a bully job
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for swell
Word facts
| Letters | 5 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 1 / 4 |
| Scrabble points | 8 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Common |
| Likely Wordle answer | Yes |
Anagrams of swell
- wells
Words you can make from swell
Frequently asked questions
Is swell a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Swell 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 swell worth in Scrabble?
Swell is worth 8 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does swell mean?
Swell means: the undulating movement of the surface of the open sea.
Could swell be a Wordle answer?
Swell is on our list of likely Wordle answers: a common five-letter dictionary word that is not a plural or past tense.