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DEFALCATE

[ˈdɛfəɫkeɪt]

9 letters · 3 syllables · verb

D 2/2
E 1/1
F 4/4
A 1/1
L 1/2
C 3/4
A 1/1
T 1/1
E 1/1

Definition of DEFALCATE

verb

To misappropriate funds; to embezzle.

verb

To cut off; to take away or deduct a part of (money, rents, income, etc.).

Word Details

Letters
9
Syllables
3
Scrabble
15
points
WWF
17
points

Is DEFALCATE a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 15 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 15 pts Words With Friends — 17 pts

Tip: DEFALCATE uses 9 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for DEFALCATE

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

Letter defalcate Total
Scrabble 214113111 15
WWF 214124111 17

Words You Can Make With the Letters in DEFALCATE

100 words from the letters in DEFALCATE

How to Use DEFALCATE in Word Games

DEFALCATE is worth 15 points in Scrabble and 17 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble DEFALCATE to find 100 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About DEFALCATE

What does DEFALCATE mean?
DEFALCATE is a verb. To misappropriate funds; to embezzle.
Is DEFALCATE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, DEFALCATE is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 15 points in Scrabble.
How many points is DEFALCATE worth in Scrabble?
DEFALCATE is worth 15 points in Scrabble and 17 points in Words With Friends. It is a 9-letter word with 3 syllables.
How many words can you make from DEFALCATE?
You can make 100 words from the letters in DEFALCATE. The longest sub-words are 8 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.