5 Words Ending in IDLE
The ending IDLE appears in 5 words, from 4-letter words up to 8 letters. The biggest cluster is 8-letter words with 2 entries. Average word length: 6.2 letters.
Silent E at the end of a word is one of English spelling's most famous quirks. It changes vowel sounds (mat vs. mate) and softens consonants (rag vs. rage).
Highest-scoring Scrabble plays that end in IDLE: OVERIDLE (12 pts), UNBRIDLE (11 pts), BRIDLE (9 pts), SIDLE (6 pts), IDLE (5 pts). The shortest is IDLE (4 letters) and the longest is OVERIDLE (8 letters). For more high-value patterns, try words starting with EL.
Notable words: IDLE — inactive [adj, v].; SIDLE — to move sideways [v].; BRIDLE — to check or restrain [v].; OVERIDLE — too idle [adj]. Browse words ending in QI for another common pattern.
FAQ
What is the highest-scoring Scrabble word that ends in IDLE?
OVERIDLE scores 12 points. Runner-up: UNBRIDLE at 11 points. See words starting with JAG for more high-value options.
How many words end in IDLE?
Our dictionary has 5 words that end in IDLE. They range from 4 to 8 letters, with 8-letter words being the most common (2).
What is the shortest word that ends in IDLE?
IDLE at just 4 letters. It means: inactive [adj, v].