Detraction
Yes, detraction is a valid Scrabble word. It has 10 letters and is worth 13 points in Scrabble.
What does detraction mean?
noun
- a petty disparagement
- the act of discrediting or detracting from someone's reputation (especially by slander)
let it be no detraction from his merits to say he is plainspoken
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Word facts
| Letters | 10 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 4 / 6 |
| Scrabble points | 13 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Rare |
Anagrams of detraction
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters DETRACTION.
Words you can make from detraction
Frequently asked questions
Is detraction a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Detraction 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 detraction worth in Scrabble?
Detraction is worth 13 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does detraction mean?
Detraction means: a petty disparagement.