DECADE
/dəˈkeɪd/
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun
Definition of DECADE
A group, set, or series of ten , particularly:
"a decade of soldiers"
A set of resistors, capacitors, etc. connected so as to provide even increments between one and ten times a base electrical resistance.
The interval between any two quantities having a ratio of 10 to 1.
"There are decades between 1.8 and 18, between 25 and 250 and between 0.03 and 0.003."
Examples of DECADE in a Sentence
- "a decade of soldiers"
- "There are decades between 1.8 and 18, between 25 and 250 and between 0.03 and 0.003."
Word Details
Is DECADE a Scrabble Word?
Yes, DECADE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: DECADE uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for DECADE
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | d | e | c | a | d | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 2 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 10 |
| WWF | 2 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 11 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in DECADE
22 words from the letters in DECADE
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How to Use DECADE in Word Games
DECADE is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, DECADE 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 DECADE to find 22 additional valid words.