Defeat
Yes, defeat is a valid Scrabble word. It has 6 letters and is worth 10 points in Scrabble.
What does defeat mean?
noun
- an unsuccessful ending to a struggle or contest
it was a narrow defeat
- the feeling that accompanies an experience of being thwarted in attaining your goals
verb
- win a victory over
You must overcome all difficulties
- thwart the passage of
kill a motion
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for defeat
Word facts
| Letters | 6 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 3 / 3 |
| Scrabble points | 10 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Common |
Anagrams of defeat
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters DEFEAT.
Words you can make from defeat
Frequently asked questions
Is defeat a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Defeat 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 defeat worth in Scrabble?
Defeat is worth 10 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does defeat mean?
Defeat means: an unsuccessful ending to a struggle or contest.