Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Skittering.
Skittering - as a verb
To move about or proceed hurriedly
Example: "So terrified by the extraordinary ebbing of the sea that they scurried to higher ground"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
scamper13scurry11scuttle9Hypernyms (Closely Related)
run3Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Glide easily along a surface
Cause to skip over a surface
Example: "Skip a stone across the pond"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
skim10skip10Twitch the hook of a fishing line through or along the surface of water
Skittering - as a noun
The act of one who skitters.
Example Sentences
"I heard the skittering sound of tiny feet running across the floor."
"The skittering spider sent shivers down my spine."
"The skittering cockroach scuttled away when the lights turned on."
"The skittering squirrel jumped from tree to tree in the backyard."
"The skittering leaves blew across the deserted street."
Word Game Points
Is SKITTERING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, skittering is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SKITTERING has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.
Is SKITTERING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, skittering is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSKITTERING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.
Is SKITTERING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, skittering is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSKITTERING has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.
