NUMB
/nʌm/
4-letter word · 8 Scrabble points · 12 Words With Friends points
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Meaning of NUMB
verb
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To cause to become numb (physically or emotionally).
"The dentist gave me novocaine to numb my tooth before drilling, thank goodness."
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To cause (a feeling) to be less intense.
"He turned to alcohol to numb his pain."
adjective
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Physically unable to feel, not having the power of sensation.
"fingers numb with cold"
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Emotionally unable to feel or respond in a normal way.
"numb with shock; numb with boredom"
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About the word NUMB
Is "NUMB" a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. "NUMB" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 8 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends.
How many points is "NUMB" worth?
In Scrabble, "NUMB" is worth 8 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 12 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 24.
What does "NUMB" mean?
To cause to become numb (physically or emotionally).
Does "NUMB" have any anagrams?
No, "NUMB" has no anagrams in the ENABLE dictionary — it's the only word that can be formed from its exact letters.