Block has 30 synonyms including impede, bar, deflect. Opposite words include free and recall. This page lists all similar and related words with Scrabble and Words With Friends point values.
Each word shows its Scrabble point value. Click any synonym to see its own synonyms and related words.
These words have the opposite meaning.
Block contains 5 letters: 1 vowels (O) and 4 consonants (B, L, C, K). Here is the frequency breakdown:
Block scores 13 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends. High-value letters: K (5 pts). At 5 letters, block fits most board positions and pairs well with existing tiles. With 1 vowels and 4 consonants, this word has a consonant-heavy letter distribution.
Highest-scoring synonyms you can use instead:
| Word | Scrabble | WWF | Letters |
|---|---|---|---|
| immobilize | 25 | 29 | 10 |
| pulley-block | 24 | 30 | 12 |
| freeze | 18 | 18 | 6 |
| interference | 17 | 20 | 12 |
| blockade | 17 | 20 | 8 |
The most common synonyms for block are impede, bar, deflect, obstruct, closure. In total, there are 30 words with similar meaning listed on this page.
Common antonyms of block include free, recall, release.
Yes, block is a valid Scrabble word worth 13 points. In Words With Friends, it scores 16 points.
Block has 5 letters: 1 vowels (O) and 4 consonants (B, L, C, K).