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DESPISE

/dɪˈspaɪz/

7 letters · 2 syllables · verb

D 2/2
E 1/1
S 1/1
P 3/4
I 1/1
S 1/1
E 1/1

Definition of DESPISE

verb

To regard with contempt or scorn.

verb

To disregard or ignore.

Synonyms of DESPISE

Words with similar meaning

Antonyms of DESPISE

Words with opposite meaning

Word Details

Letters
7
Syllables
2
Scrabble
10
points
WWF
11
points

Is DESPISE a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 10 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 10 pts Words With Friends — 11 pts

Bingo alert: Playing all 7 letters of DESPISE earns a 50-point bonus in Scrabble, making it worth up to 60 points total.

Letter Values for DESPISE

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

Letter despise Total
Scrabble 2113111 10
WWF 2114111 11

Anagrams of DESPISE

Words made by rearranging the exact same 7 letters

How to Use DESPISE in Word Games

DESPISE is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Bingo potential: Since DESPISE uses exactly 7 letters, playing it from your full rack earns the 50-point bingo bonus in Scrabble for a total of up to 60 points.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble DESPISE to find 82 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About DESPISE

What does DESPISE mean?
DESPISE is a verb. To regard with contempt or scorn.
Is DESPISE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, DESPISE is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 10 points in Scrabble.
How many points is DESPISE worth in Scrabble?
DESPISE is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends. It is a 7-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from DESPISE?
You can make 82 words from the letters in DESPISE. The longest sub-words are 7 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of DESPISE?
Synonyms of DESPISE include: contemn, disdain, scorn. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.
What are the anagrams of DESPISE?
The anagrams of DESPISE (words using the exact same letters) are: PEDESIS. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.