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Retardation

Yes, retardation is a valid Scrabble word. It has 11 letters and is worth 12 points in Scrabble.

What does retardation mean?

noun

  1. a decrease in rate of change the deceleration of the arms race
  2. the extent to which something is delayed or held back
  3. any agent that retards or delays or hinders flame-retardant

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for retardation

Word facts

Letters11
Vowels / consonants5 / 6
Scrabble points12
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonCommon

Anagrams of retardation

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters RETARDATION.

Words you can make from retardation

Unscramble RETARDATION for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is retardation a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Retardation 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 retardation worth in Scrabble?

Retardation is worth 12 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does retardation mean?

Retardation means: a decrease in rate of change.