ABATED
6 letters · 3 syllables · verb, adjective
Definition of ABATED
(obsolete outside law) To put an end to; to cause to cease.
"to abate a nuisance"
To become null and void.
"The writ has abated."
To nullify; make void.
"to abate a writ"
To enter a tenement without permission after the owner has died and before the heir takes possession.
(decorative arts) Lowered, beaten down, or cut away, as the background of an ornamental pattern in relief. Used specifically of stone-cutting; also of metal when the pattern or inscription is to show bright on dark, and the ground is therefore worked out with the graving-tool and left rough or hatched in lines.
Synonyms of ABATED
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Examples of ABATED in a Sentence
- "to abate a nuisance"
- "The writ has abated."
- "to abate a writ"
Word Details
Is ABATED a Scrabble Word?
Yes, ABATED is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: ABATED uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for ABATED
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | a | b | a | t | e | d | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 9 |
| WWF | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 10 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in ABATED
45 words from the letters in ABATED
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How to Use ABATED in Word Games
ABATED is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, ABATED is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble ABATED to find 45 additional valid words.