Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Balks.
Balks - as a noun
The area on a billiard table behind the balkline
Example: "A player with ball in hand must play from the balk"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
baulk11Something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
baulk11check16deterrent10handicap16hinderance16hindrance15impediment17Hypernyms (Closely Related)
difficultnessdifficulty22Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
An illegal pitching motion while runners are on base
Example Sentences
"He balks at the idea of working overtime."
"She frequently balks when asked to clean her room."
"The horse suddenly balks and refuses to jump over the fence."
"He often balks at trying new foods."
"The politician balks at answering direct questions."
Word Game Points
Is BALKS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, balks is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
BALKS has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is BALKS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, balks is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordBALKS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is BALKS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, balks is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordBALKS has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
