Retreat
Yes, retreat is a valid Scrabble word. It has 7 letters and is worth 7 points in Scrabble.
What does retreat mean?
noun
- (military) withdrawal of troops to a more favorable position to escape the enemy's superior forces or after a defeat
the disorderly retreat of French troops
- a place of privacy; a place affording peace and quiet
- (military) a signal to begin a withdrawal from a dangerous position
verb
- pull back or move away or backward
The enemy withdrew
- move away, as for privacy
The Pope retreats to Castelgondolfo every summer
- move back
The glacier retrogrades
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for retreat
Word facts
| Letters | 7 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 3 / 4 |
| Scrabble points | 7 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Common |
Anagrams of retreat
Words you can make from retreat
Frequently asked questions
Is retreat a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Retreat 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 retreat worth in Scrabble?
Retreat is worth 7 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does retreat mean?
Retreat means: (military) withdrawal of troops to a more favorable position to escape the enemy's superior forces or after a defeat.