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Decline

Yes, decline is a valid Scrabble word. It has 7 letters and is worth 10 points in Scrabble.

What does decline mean?

noun

  1. change toward something smaller or lower
  2. a condition inferior to an earlier condition; a gradual falling off from a better state
  3. a gradual decrease; as of stored charge or current

verb

  1. grow worse Conditions in the slum worsened
  2. refuse to accept He refused my offer of hospitality
  3. show unwillingness towards he declined to join the group on a hike

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for decline

Word facts

Letters7
Vowels / consonants3 / 4
Scrabble points10
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonCommon

Anagrams of decline

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters DECLINE.

Words you can make from decline

Unscramble DECLINE for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is decline a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Decline 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 decline worth in Scrabble?

Decline is worth 10 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does decline mean?

Decline means: change toward something smaller or lower.