INFER
8
Definition
Pronunciation: //ɪnˈfɜː//
verb
- (transitive) To introduce (something) as a reasoned conclusion; to conclude by reasoning or deduction, as from premises or evidence."It is dangerous to infer too much from martial bluster in British politics: at the first hint of trouble, channelling Churchill is a default tactic for beleaguered leaders of all sorts."
- (transitive, often proscribed) To lead to (something) as a consequence; to imply."a. 1535, Thomas More, letter to Fryth the fyrste parte is not the proofe of the second. but rather contrarywyse the seconde inferreth well yͤ fyrst."
- (obsolete) To cause, inflict (something) upon or to someone."faire Serena[…]fled fast away, afeard / Of villany to be to her inferd[…]."
- (obsolete) To introduce (a subject) in speaking, writing etc.; to bring in, to adduce."Full well hath Clifford played the orator, / Inferring arguments of mighty force."
Source: Kaikki
Word Details
- Length
- 5 letters
- Scrabble Points
- 8 points
- Words With Friends Points
- 9 points
Word Games
- Scrabble US/Canada (OTCWL)
- Yes
- Scrabble UK (SOWPODS)
- Yes
- Wordle
- Yes
- Words With Friends
- Yes
How many Scrabble points is the word 'INFER'?
The word INFER is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
I1
N1
F4
E1
R1
Total: 8 points
How many Words With Friends points is the word 'INFER'?
The word INFER is worth 9 points in Words With Friends.
I1
N2
F4
E1
R1
Total: 9 points
What's the difference between Scrabble and Words With Friends points?
While many letters share the same point values, there are several key differences between Scrabble and Words With Friends point values:
- B, C, M, P: Worth 3 points in Scrabble, but 4 points in Words With Friends
- H, Y: Worth 4 points in Scrabble, but 3 points in Words With Friends
- L, N, U: Worth 1 point in Scrabble, but 2 points in Words With Friends
- V: Worth 4 points in Scrabble, but 5 points in Words With Friends
- J: Worth 8 points in Scrabble, but 10 points in Words With Friends
Note: These are base letter values. Actual game scores also depend on bonus squares (Double/Triple Letter/Word) and board placement, which differ between the two games. See the complete Scrabble point values and Words With Friends point values for full reference.