Defile
Yes, defile is a valid Scrabble word. It has 6 letters and is worth 10 points in Scrabble.
What does defile mean?
noun
- a narrow pass (especially one between mountains)
verb
- place under suspicion or cast doubt upon
sully someone's reputation
- make dirty or spotty, as by exposure to air; also used metaphorically
The silver was tarnished by the long exposure to the air
- spot, stain, or pollute
The townspeople defiled the river by emptying raw sewage into it
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for defile
Word facts
| Letters | 6 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 3 / 3 |
| Scrabble points | 10 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
Anagrams of defile
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters DEFILE.
Words you can make from defile
Frequently asked questions
Is defile a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Defile 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 defile worth in Scrabble?
Defile is worth 10 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does defile mean?
Defile means: a narrow pass (especially one between mountains).