1noun
a deceptive maneuver (especially to avoid capture)
01 Word definition
ruse
4 letters · 2 vowels · 2 consonants
Is RUSE a word?
Yes. RUSE is a 4-letter noun. a deceptive maneuver (especially to avoid capture) Check the official dictionary for your particular word game before playing it.
Correct spelling
R-U-S-EHow do you spell RUSE?
RUSE contains 4 letters, begins with R, and ends with E.
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Synonyms
Source: Open English WordNet 2025 (CC BY 4.0) ↗artifice
02 Letter breakdown
How is RUSE spelled?
R1U2S3E4
03 Word-game status
Can you play RUSE?
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Base tile value: 4 points. Confirm eligibility in the official word list used for your region and edition.
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04 Exact anagrams
The same letters, rearranged.
FAQ Quick answers
About RUSE.
How do you spell RUSE?
RUSE is spelled R-U-S-E. It contains 4 letters.