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CONFISCATE

10 letters · 3 syllables · verb, adjective

C 3/4
O 1/1
N 1/2
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Definition of CONFISCATE

verb

To use one's authority to lay claim to and separate a possession from its holder.

"In schools it is common for teachers to confiscate electronic games and other distractions."

adjective

Confiscated; seized and appropriated by the government for public use; forfeit.

Synonyms of CONFISCATE

Words with similar meaning

Examples of CONFISCATE in a Sentence

  • "In schools it is common for teachers to confiscate electronic games and other distractions."

Word Details

Letters
10
Syllables
3
Scrabble
17
points
WWF
20
points

Is CONFISCATE a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 17 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 17 pts Words With Friends — 20 pts

Tip: CONFISCATE uses 10 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for CONFISCATE

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

Letter confiscate Total
Scrabble 3114113111 17
WWF 4124114111 20

Words You Can Make With the Letters in CONFISCATE

100 words from the letters in CONFISCATE

9-letter words

How to Use CONFISCATE in Word Games

CONFISCATE is worth 17 points in Scrabble and 20 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble CONFISCATE to find 100 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About CONFISCATE

What does CONFISCATE mean?
CONFISCATE is a verb. To use one's authority to lay claim to and separate a possession from its holder.
Is CONFISCATE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, CONFISCATE is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 17 points in Scrabble.
How many points is CONFISCATE worth in Scrabble?
CONFISCATE is worth 17 points in Scrabble and 20 points in Words With Friends. It is a 10-letter word with 3 syllables.
How many words can you make from CONFISCATE?
You can make 100 words from the letters in CONFISCATE. The longest sub-words are 9 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of CONFISCATE?
Synonyms of CONFISCATE include: appropriate, arrogate, commandeer, expropriate, requisition, rob. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.