What does AWARD mean?
- Pronunciation
- /əˈwɔrd/
- Letters
- 5
- Scrabble score
- 9
- Words With Friends score
- 9
- How common
- Common
Meaning
noun
- a grant made by a law court“he criticized the awarding of compensation by the court”
- a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction“an award for bravery”
- something given for victory or superiority in a contest or competition or for winning a lottery“the prize was a free trip to Europe”
verb
- give, especially as an honor or reward“bestow honors and prizes at graduation”
- give as judged due or on the basis of merit“the referee awarded a free kick to the team”
Definitions from Princeton WordNet 3.0.
Other forms
awards10awarded12
Anagrams of AWARD
No other word in the ENABLE list uses exactly these letters.
Words inside AWARD
12 shorter words can be made from these letters. Here are the most useful.
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Questions
Is AWARD a valid word in word games?
AWARD is in the ENABLE word list, which many word games use, so it is very likely to be accepted. Check your game's own dictionary if a play is challenged.
How many points is AWARD worth?
AWARD is worth 9 points with Scrabble letter values and 9 with Words With Friends values, before any bonus squares.
What words can you make from AWARD?
12 other words, including WAR, DRAW, AD and RAW.