Definition of forge

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • forge is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 9
  • forge is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 9
  • forge is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 10

Definition of forge


  • make something, usually for a specific function (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. form
    2. mold
    3. mould
    4. shape
    5. work
  • come up with (an idea, plan, explanation, theory, or principle) after a mental effort (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. contrive
    2. devise
    3. excogitate
    4. formulate
    5. invent
  • make a copy of with the intent to deceive (verb)

    Examples

    1. She forged a Green Card

    Synonyms

    1. counterfeit
    2. fake
  • a workplace where metal is worked by heating and hammering (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. smithy
  • make out of components (often in an improvising manner) (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. fashion
  • move or act with a sudden increase in speed or energy (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. spirt
    2. spurt
  • create by hammering (verb)

    Examples

    1. forge a pair of tongues

    Synonyms

    1. hammer
  • furnace consisting of a special hearth where metal is heated before shaping (noun)
  • move ahead steadily (verb)

    Examples

    1. He forged ahead

See definition of forge in Merriam Webster