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BEST

/ˈbɛst/

4-letter word · 6 Scrabble points · 7 Words With Friends points

B 3
E 1
S 1
T 1

Meaning of BEST

noun
  1. The supreme effort one can make, or has made.
    "I did my best."
  2. One's best behavior.
    "I was somewhat distant lately, and my lady promised me head every Tuesday of the week when I'm nice to her, so I better be on my best."
verb
  1. To surpass in skill or achievement.
  2. To beat in a contest
adjective
  1. Most; largest.
    "Unpacking took the best part of a week."
  2. Most superior; most favorable.
    "In my opinion, mushrooms are the best pizza toppings."
adjective
  1. (of people)
  2. (of capabilities)
adverb
  1. (manner) Accurately, competently, satisfactorily.
    "He does his job well."
  2. (manner) Completely, fully.
    "We’re well beat now."
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Anagrams of BEST

bets6

Related words

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bade7
bads7
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baht9
bail6
bait6
bake10
bald7
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balk10
ball6
balm8
bals6
bams8
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About the word BEST

Is "BEST" a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. "BEST" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 6 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends.

How many points is "BEST" worth?

In Scrabble, "BEST" is worth 6 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 7 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 18.

What does "BEST" mean?

The supreme effort one can make, or has made.

What are the anagrams of "BEST"?

1 anagram can be formed using the same letters as BEST: BETS.