DESCRIPTION
/dɪˈskɹɪpʃən/
11 letters · 3 syllables · noun
Definition of DESCRIPTION
A sketch or account of anything in words; a portraiture or representation in language; an enumeration of the essential qualities of a thing or species.
The act of describing; a delineation by marks or signs.
A set of characteristics by which someone or something can be recognized.
"The zoo had no lions, tigers, or cats of any description."
Examples of DESCRIPTION in a Sentence
- "The zoo had no lions, tigers, or cats of any description."
Word Details
Is DESCRIPTION a Scrabble Word?
Yes, DESCRIPTION is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: DESCRIPTION uses 11 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for DESCRIPTION
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | d | e | s | c | r | i | p | t | i | o | n | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 16 |
| WWF | 2 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 19 |
Anagrams of DESCRIPTION
Words made by rearranging the exact same 11 letters
Words You Can Make With the Letters in DESCRIPTION
100 words from the letters in DESCRIPTION
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How to Use DESCRIPTION in Word Games
DESCRIPTION is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 19 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
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