Withhold
Yes, withhold is a valid Scrabble word. It has 8 letters and is worth 18 points in Scrabble.
What does withhold mean?
verb
- hold back; refuse to hand over or share
The father is withholding the allowance until the son cleans his room
- retain and refrain from disbursing; of payments
My employer is withholding taxes
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for withhold
Word facts
| Letters | 8 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 2 / 6 |
| Scrabble points | 18 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
Anagrams of withhold
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters WITHHOLD.
Words you can make from withhold
Frequently asked questions
Is withhold a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Withhold 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 withhold worth in Scrabble?
Withhold is worth 18 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does withhold mean?
Withhold means: hold back; refuse to hand over or share.