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BATED

/ˈbeɪtɪd/

5 letters · 2 syllables · verb, adjective

B 3/4
A 1/1
T 1/1
E 1/1
D 2/2

Definition of BATED

verb

To reduce the force of something; to abate.

verb

To restrain, usually with the sense of being in anticipation

verb

(sometimes figurative) To cut off, remove, take away.

verb

To contend or strive with blows or arguments.

verb

Of a falcon: To flap the wings vigorously; to bait.

verb

To soak leather so as to remove chemicals used in tanning; to steep in bate.

verb

To masturbate.

"I could go out and take a walk in the park, but I'd rather stay home and bate all day."

adjective

Reduced; lowered; restrained

Examples of BATED in a Sentence

  • "I could go out and take a walk in the park, but I'd rather stay home and bate all day."

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
8
points
WWF
9
points

Is BATED a Scrabble Word?

Yes, BATED is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 8 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 8 pts Words With Friends — 9 pts

Tip: BATED uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for BATED

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter bated Total
Scrabble 31112 8
WWF 41112 9

How to Use BATED in Word Games

BATED is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, BATED 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 BATED to find 38 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About BATED

What does BATED mean?
BATED is a verb. To reduce the force of something; to abate.
Is BATED a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, BATED is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
How many points is BATED worth in Scrabble?
BATED is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from BATED?
You can make 38 words from the letters in BATED. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.