Definition of pats

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • pats is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 6
  • pats is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 6
  • pats is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 7

Definition of pats


  • having only superficial plausibility (adjective)

    Synonyms

    1. glib
    2. slick
  • the sound made by a gentle blow (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. rap
    2. tap
  • hit lightly (verb)

    Examples

    1. pat him on the shoulder

    Synonyms

    1. dab
  • a light touch or stroke (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. dab
    2. tap
  • pat or squeeze fondly or playfully, especially under the chin (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. chuck
  • exactly suited to the occasion (adjective)

    Examples

    1. a pat reply

See definition of pats in Merriam Webster