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DEFAULTS

8 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb

D 2/2
E 1/1
F 4/4
A 1/1
U 1/2
L 1/2
T 1/1
S 1/1

Definition of DEFAULTS

noun

The condition of failing to meet an obligation.

"He failed to make payments on time and is now in default."

noun

The original software programming settings as set by the factory

noun

A loss incurred by failing to compete.

"The team's three losses include one default."

verb

To fail to meet an obligation.

"If you do not make your payments, you will default on your loan."

verb

To lose a competition by failing to compete.

"If you refuse to wear a proper uniform, you will not be allowed to compete and will default this match."

verb

To assume a value when none was given; to presume a tentative value or standard.

"If you don't specify a number of items, it defaults to 1."

Examples of DEFAULTS in a Sentence

  • "He failed to make payments on time and is now in default."
  • "The team's three losses include one default."
  • "If you do not make your payments, you will default on your loan."
  • "If you refuse to wear a proper uniform, you will not be allowed to compete and will default this match."

Word Details

Letters
8
Syllables
2
Scrabble
12
points
WWF
14
points

Is DEFAULTS a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 12 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 12 pts Words With Friends — 14 pts

Tip: DEFAULTS uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for DEFAULTS

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

Letter defaults Total
Scrabble 21411111 12
WWF 21412211 14

Anagrams of DEFAULTS

Words made by rearranging the exact same 8 letters

Words You Can Make With the Letters in DEFAULTS

100 words from the letters in DEFAULTS

How to Use DEFAULTS in Word Games

DEFAULTS is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About DEFAULTS

What does DEFAULTS mean?
DEFAULTS is a noun. The condition of failing to meet an obligation.
Is DEFAULTS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, DEFAULTS is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 12 points in Scrabble.
How many points is DEFAULTS worth in Scrabble?
DEFAULTS is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends. It is a 8-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from DEFAULTS?
You can make 100 words from the letters in DEFAULTS. The longest sub-words are 8 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of DEFAULTS?
The anagrams of DEFAULTS (words using the exact same letters) are: SULFATED. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.