DECAYS
/dɪˈkeɪz/
6 letters · 2 syllables · verb
Definition of DECAYS
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 DECAYS 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 DECAYS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, DECAYS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: DECAYS uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for DECAYS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | d | e | c | a | y | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 2 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 12 |
| WWF | 2 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 12 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in DECAYS
66 words from the letters in DECAYS
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How to Use DECAYS in Word Games
DECAYS is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, DECAYS 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 DECAYS to find 66 additional valid words.