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Deputy

Yes, deputy is a valid Scrabble word. It has 6 letters and is worth 12 points in Scrabble.

What does deputy mean?

noun

  1. someone authorized to exercise the powers of sheriff in emergencies
  2. an assistant with power to act when his superior is absent
  3. a member of the lower chamber of a legislative assembly (such as in France)

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for deputy

Word facts

Letters6
Vowels / consonants2 / 4
Scrabble points12
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonCommon

Anagrams of deputy

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters DEPUTY.

Words you can make from deputy

Unscramble DEPUTY for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is deputy a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Deputy 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 deputy worth in Scrabble?

Deputy is worth 12 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does deputy mean?

Deputy means: someone authorized to exercise the powers of sheriff in emergencies.