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Dissimilation

Yes, dissimilation is a valid Scrabble word. It has 13 letters and is worth 16 points in Scrabble.

What does dissimilation mean?

noun

  1. a linguistic process by which one of two similar sounds in a word becomes less like the other the Old French MARBRE became the English MARBLE by dissimilation
  2. breakdown in living organisms of more complex substances into simpler ones together with release of energy

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for dissimilation

Word facts

Letters13
Vowels / consonants6 / 7
Scrabble points16
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonRare

Anagrams of dissimilation

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters DISSIMILATION.

Words you can make from dissimilation

Unscramble DISSIMILATION for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is dissimilation a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Dissimilation 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 dissimilation worth in Scrabble?

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

What does dissimilation mean?

Dissimilation means: a linguistic process by which one of two similar sounds in a word becomes less like the other.