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DECIMATING

10 letters · 4 syllables · verb

D 2/2
E 1/1
C 3/4
I 1/1
M 3/4
A 1/1
T 1/1
I 1/1
N 1/2
G 2/3

Definition of DECIMATING

verb

To kill one-tenth of a group, (specifically) as a military punishment in the Roman army selected by lot, usually carried out by the surviving soldiers.

verb

To destroy or remove one-tenth of anything.

verb

To devastate: to reduce or destroy significantly but not completely.

Synonyms of DECIMATING

Words with similar meaning

Word Details

Letters
10
Syllables
4
Scrabble
16
points
WWF
20
points

Is DECIMATING a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 16 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 16 pts Words With Friends — 20 pts

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

Letter Values for DECIMATING

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

Letter decimating Total
Scrabble 2131311112 16
WWF 2141411123 20

Anagrams of DECIMATING

Words made by rearranging the exact same 10 letters

Words You Can Make With the Letters in DECIMATING

100 words from the letters in DECIMATING

How to Use DECIMATING in Word Games

DECIMATING is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 20 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

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Frequently Asked Questions About DECIMATING

What does DECIMATING mean?
DECIMATING is a verb. To kill one-tenth of a group, (specifically) as a military punishment in the Roman army selected by lot, usually carried out by the surviving soldiers.
Is DECIMATING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, DECIMATING is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 16 points in Scrabble.
How many points is DECIMATING worth in Scrabble?
DECIMATING is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 20 points in Words With Friends. It is a 10-letter word with 4 syllables.
How many words can you make from DECIMATING?
You can make 100 words from the letters in DECIMATING. The longest sub-words are 10 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of DECIMATING?
Synonyms of DECIMATING include: decimalize, tithe, devastate. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.
What are the anagrams of DECIMATING?
The anagrams of DECIMATING (words using the exact same letters) are: MEDICATING. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.