Is AMUSES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, AMUSES is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 8 points.
Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.
What does AMUSES mean?
Amuses is a form of AMUSE.
- verb
occupy in an agreeable, entertaining or pleasant fashion
“The play amused the ladies”
- verb
make (somebody) laugh
“The clown amused the children”
Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.
Points
- Scrabble
- 8
- Words With Friends
- 10
- Letters
- 6
A (1) + M (3) + U (1) + S (1) + E (1) + S (1) = 8 points in Scrabble.
Dictionary status
- Scrabble (US & Canada)Valid
- Scrabble (UK & worldwide)Valid
- Words With FriendsListed
Scrabble lists: NWL2023 (US & Canada) and CSW24 (UK & worldwide). WWF uses our ENABLE reference plus verified additions. “Listed” and “Not listed” describe that reference; check acceptance in the game. Sources reviewed 2026-10-03.
Hooks for AMUSES
Single letters that turn AMUSES into another valid word in US Scrabble. Hooks let you extend a word already on the board.
Front hooks1
Back hooks0
None. Nothing can be added to the end.
Anagrams of AMUSES
Words that use exactly the same letters.
Words you can make from AMUSES
The 49 highest-scoring words using these letters.
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