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Withstand

Yes, withstand is a valid Scrabble word. It has 9 letters and is worth 16 points in Scrabble.

What does withstand mean?

verb

  1. resist or confront with resistance The politician defied public opinion
  2. stand up or offer resistance to somebody or something

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for withstand

Word facts

Letters9
Vowels / consonants2 / 7
Scrabble points16
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonCommon

Anagrams of withstand

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters WITHSTAND.

Words you can make from withstand

Unscramble WITHSTAND for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is withstand a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Withstand 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 withstand worth in Scrabble?

Withstand is worth 16 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does withstand mean?

Withstand means: resist or confront with resistance.