Discourage
Yes, discourage is a valid Scrabble word. It has 10 letters and is worth 14 points in Scrabble.
What does discourage mean?
verb
- try to prevent; show opposition to
We should discourage this practice among our youth
- deprive of courage or hope; take away hope from; cause to feel discouraged
- admonish or counsel in terms of someone's behavior
I warned him not to go too far
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for discourage
Word facts
| Letters | 10 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 5 / 5 |
| Scrabble points | 14 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
Anagrams of discourage
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters DISCOURAGE.
Words you can make from discourage
Frequently asked questions
Is discourage a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Discourage 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 discourage worth in Scrabble?
Discourage is worth 14 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does discourage mean?
Discourage means: try to prevent; show opposition to.