DECAY
/dɪˈkeɪ/
5 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of DECAY
The process or result of being gradually decomposed.
A deterioration of condition; loss of status or fortune.
To deteriorate, to get worse, to lose strength or health, to decline in quality.
"The pair loved to take pictures in the decaying hospital on forty-third street."
(of organic material) To rot, to go bad.
"The cat's body decayed rapidly."
(of an unstable atom) To change by undergoing fission, by emitting radiation, or by capturing or losing one or more electrons.
Examples of DECAY in a Sentence
- "The pair loved to take pictures in the decaying hospital on forty-third street."
- "The cat's body decayed rapidly."
Word Details
Is DECAY a Scrabble Word?
Yes, DECAY is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: DECAY uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for DECAY
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | d | e | c | a | y | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 2 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 11 |
| WWF | 2 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 11 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in DECAY
21 words from the letters in DECAY
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use DECAY in Word Games
DECAY is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, DECAY 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 DECAY to find 21 additional valid words.