Deceptive
Yes, deceptive is a valid Scrabble word. It has 9 letters and is worth 17 points in Scrabble.
What does deceptive mean?
adjective
- causing one to believe what is not true or fail to believe what is true
deceptive calm
- designed to deceive or mislead either deliberately or inadvertently
the deceptive calm in the eye of the storm
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for deceptive
Word facts
| Letters | 9 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 4 / 5 |
| Scrabble points | 17 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
Anagrams of deceptive
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters DECEPTIVE.
Words you can make from deceptive
Frequently asked questions
Is deceptive a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Deceptive 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 deceptive worth in Scrabble?
Deceptive is worth 17 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does deceptive mean?
Deceptive means: causing one to believe what is not true or fail to believe what is true.