DEADBEAT
/ˈdɛdbiːt/
8 letters · 2 syllables · noun, adjective
Definition of DEADBEAT
A lazy and/or irresponsible person who is often unemployed, often depending upon wealthy or otherwise financially independent people for support.
A person who defaults on debts.
(of an instrument) having a damped needle that stops without oscillation
Defaulting on one's debts
Defeated or exhausted
Word Details
Is DEADBEAT a Scrabble Word?
Yes, DEADBEAT is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: DEADBEAT uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for DEADBEAT
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | d | e | a | d | b | e | a | t | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 12 |
| WWF | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 13 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in DEADBEAT
67 words from the letters in DEADBEAT
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How to Use DEADBEAT in Word Games
DEADBEAT is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble DEADBEAT to find 67 additional valid words.