Definition of sweat

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • sweat is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 8
  • sweat is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 8
  • sweat is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 8

Definition of sweat


  • excrete perspiration through the pores in the skin (verb)

    Examples

    1. Exercise makes one sweat

    Synonyms

    1. perspire
    2. sudate
  • agitation resulting from active worry (noun)

    Examples

    1. he's in a sweat about exams

    Synonyms

    1. fret
    2. lather
    3. stew
    4. swither
  • salty fluid secreted by sweat glands (noun)

    Examples

    1. sweat poured off his brow

    Synonyms

    1. perspiration
    2. sudor
  • use of physical or mental energy; hard work (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. effort
    2. elbow grease
    3. exertion
    4. travail
  • condensation of moisture on a cold surface (noun)

    Examples

    1. the cold glasses were streaked with sweat

See definition of sweat in Merriam Webster