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Recession

Yes, recession is a valid Scrabble word. It has 9 letters and is worth 11 points in Scrabble.

What does recession mean?

noun

  1. the state of the economy declines; a widespread decline in the GDP and employment and trade lasting from six months to a year
  2. a small concavity
  3. the withdrawal of the clergy and choir from the chancel to the vestry at the end of a church service

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for recession

Word facts

Letters9
Vowels / consonants4 / 5
Scrabble points11
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonCommon

Anagrams of recession

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters RECESSION.

Words you can make from recession

Unscramble RECESSION for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is recession a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Recession 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 recession worth in Scrabble?

Recession is worth 11 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does recession mean?

Recession means: the state of the economy declines; a widespread decline in the GDP and employment and trade lasting from six months to a year.