BRIBE
/bɹaɪb/
5-letter word · 9 Scrabble points · 11 Words With Friends points
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Meaning of BRIBE
noun
- Something (usually money) given in exchange for influence or as an inducement to dishonesty.
- That which seduces; seduction; allurement.
verb
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To give a bribe to; specifically, to ask a person to do something, usually against his/her will, in exchange for some type of reward or relief from potential trouble.
"She was accused of trying to bribe the jury into making false statements."
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To gain by a bribe; to induce as by a bribe.
"to bribe somebody's compliance"
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About the word BRIBE
Is "BRIBE" a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. "BRIBE" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 9 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends.
How many points is "BRIBE" worth?
In Scrabble, "BRIBE" is worth 9 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 11 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 27.
What does "BRIBE" mean?
Something (usually money) given in exchange for influence or as an inducement to dishonesty.
Does "BRIBE" have any anagrams?
No, "BRIBE" has no anagrams in the ENABLE dictionary — it's the only word that can be formed from its exact letters.