Deviate
Yes, deviate is a valid Scrabble word. It has 7 letters and is worth 11 points in Scrabble.
What does deviate mean?
noun
- a person whose behavior deviates from what is acceptable especially in sexual behavior
verb
- turn aside; turn away from
- be at variance with; be out of line with
- cause to turn away from a previous or expected course
The river was deviated to prevent flooding
adjective
- markedly different from an accepted norm
aberrant behavior
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for deviate
Word facts
| Letters | 7 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 4 / 3 |
| Scrabble points | 11 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
Anagrams of deviate
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters DEVIATE.
Words you can make from deviate
Frequently asked questions
Is deviate a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Deviate 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 deviate worth in Scrabble?
Deviate is worth 11 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does deviate mean?
Deviate means: a person whose behavior deviates from what is acceptable especially in sexual behavior.