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DEFEAT

6 letters · 2 syllables

D 2/2
E 1/1
F 4/4
E 1/1
A 1/1
T 1/1

Definition of DEFEAT

DEFEAT is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends.

While a detailed definition is not currently available from our source, this word appears in official game dictionaries including the Tournament Word List (TWL) used in North American Scrabble and SOWPODS used in international Scrabble.

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
10
points
WWF
10
points

Is DEFEAT a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 10 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 10 pts Words With Friends — 10 pts

Tip: DEFEAT uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for DEFEAT

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

Letter defeat Total
Scrabble 214111 10
WWF 214111 10

How to Use DEFEAT in Word Games

DEFEAT is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, DEFEAT 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 DEFEAT to find 51 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About DEFEAT

What does DEFEAT mean?
DEFEAT is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is DEFEAT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, DEFEAT is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 10 points in Scrabble.
How many points is DEFEAT worth in Scrabble?
DEFEAT is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from DEFEAT?
You can make 51 words from the letters in DEFEAT. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.