Maculate
Yes, maculate is a valid Scrabble word. It has 8 letters and is worth 12 points in Scrabble.
What does maculate mean?
verb
- make dirty or spotty, as by exposure to air; also used metaphorically
The silver was tarnished by the long exposure to the air
- spot, stain, or pollute
The townspeople defiled the river by emptying raw sewage into it
adjective
- morally blemished; stained or impure
- spotted or blotched
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for maculate
Word facts
| Letters | 8 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 4 / 4 |
| Scrabble points | 12 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Rare |
Anagrams of maculate
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters MACULATE.
Words you can make from maculate
Frequently asked questions
Is maculate a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Maculate 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 maculate worth in Scrabble?
Maculate is worth 12 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does maculate mean?
Maculate means: make dirty or spotty, as by exposure to air; also used metaphorically.