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Deflection

Yes, deflection is a valid Scrabble word. It has 10 letters and is worth 16 points in Scrabble.

What does deflection mean?

noun

  1. a twist or aberration; especially a perverse or abnormal way of judging or acting
  2. the amount by which a propagating wave is bent
  3. the movement of the pointer or pen of a measuring instrument from its zero position

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for deflection

Word facts

Letters10
Vowels / consonants4 / 6
Scrabble points16
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonLess common

Anagrams of deflection

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters DEFLECTION.

Words you can make from deflection

Unscramble DEFLECTION for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is deflection a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Deflection 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 deflection worth in Scrabble?

Deflection is worth 16 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does deflection mean?

Deflection means: a twist or aberration; especially a perverse or abnormal way of judging or acting.