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DESPOTISM

/ˈdɛspətɪzəm/

9 letters · 3 syllables · noun

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Definition of DESPOTISM

noun

Government by a singular authority, either a single person or tight-knit group, which rules with absolute power, especially in a cruel and oppressive way.

Synonyms of DESPOTISM

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Word Details

Letters
9
Syllables
3
Scrabble
14
points
WWF
16
points

Is DESPOTISM a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 14 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 14 pts Words With Friends — 16 pts

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

Letter Values for DESPOTISM

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

Letter despotism Total
Scrabble 211311113 14
WWF 211411114 16

Words You Can Make With the Letters in DESPOTISM

100 words from the letters in DESPOTISM

How to Use DESPOTISM in Word Games

DESPOTISM is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

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Frequently Asked Questions About DESPOTISM

What does DESPOTISM mean?
DESPOTISM is a noun. Government by a singular authority, either a single person or tight-knit group, which rules with absolute power, especially in a cruel and oppressive way.
Is DESPOTISM a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, DESPOTISM is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 14 points in Scrabble.
How many points is DESPOTISM worth in Scrabble?
DESPOTISM is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends. It is a 9-letter word with 3 syllables.
How many words can you make from DESPOTISM?
You can make 100 words from the letters in DESPOTISM. The longest sub-words are 8 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of DESPOTISM?
Synonyms of DESPOTISM include: tyranny. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.