Asphyxiate
Yes, asphyxiate is a valid Scrabble word. It has 10 letters and is worth 25 points in Scrabble.
What does asphyxiate mean?
verb
- deprive of oxygen and prevent from breathing
Othello smothered Desdemona with a pillow
- impair the respiration of or obstruct the air passage of
The foul air was slowly suffocating the children
- be asphyxiated; die from lack of oxygen
The child suffocated under the pillow
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for asphyxiate
Word facts
| Letters | 10 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 4 / 6 |
| Scrabble points | 25 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Rare |
Anagrams of asphyxiate
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters ASPHYXIATE.
Words you can make from asphyxiate
Frequently asked questions
Is asphyxiate a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Asphyxiate is in the ENABLE word list used by many word games, so it is generally playable in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
How many points is asphyxiate worth in Scrabble?
Asphyxiate is worth 25 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does asphyxiate mean?
Asphyxiate means: deprive of oxygen and prevent from breathing.