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BLUFFING

(noun, adj.sat, verb)
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There are 7 meanings of the word Bluffing.

Bluffing - as a noun

A high steep bank (usually formed by river erosion)

Pretense that your position is stronger than it really is

Example: "His bluff succeeded in getting him accepted"

The act of bluffing in poker; deception by a false show of confidence in the strength of your cards

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
four flush

Bluffing - as an adjective satellite

Very steep; having a prominent and almost vertical front

Example: "A bluff headland"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
boldsheer

Bluntly direct and outspoken but good-natured

Example: "A bluff but pleasant manner"

Bluffing - as a verb

Deceive an opponent by a bold bet on an inferior hand with the result that the opponent withdraws a winning hand

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bluff out

Frighten someone by pretending to be stronger than one really is

Example Sentences

"His bluffing didn't fool anyone; we all knew he was lying."
"She was a master of bluffing and could convince anyone of anything."
"The detective saw through the suspect's bluffing and easily uncovered the truth."
"Despite his confident bluffing, his nervousness gave him away."
"The politician's bluffing about his accomplishments was quickly exposed by fact-checkers."
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Word Game Points

Is BLUFFING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, bluffing is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

BLUFFING has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

Is BLUFFING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, bluffing is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
BLUFFING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 22.

Is BLUFFING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, bluffing is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
BLUFFING has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.

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