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DETRACT

/dɪˈtɹækt/

7 letters · 2 syllables · verb

D 2/2
E 1/1
T 1/1
R 1/1
A 1/1
C 3/4
T 1/1

Definition of DETRACT

verb

To take away; to withdraw or remove.

verb

To take credit or reputation from; to defame or decry.

Synonyms of DETRACT

Words with similar meaning

Word Details

Letters
7
Syllables
2
Scrabble
10
points
WWF
11
points

Is DETRACT a Scrabble Word?

Yes, DETRACT 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 DETRACT earns a 50-point bonus in Scrabble, making it worth up to 60 points total.

Letter Values for DETRACT

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

Letter detract Total
Scrabble 2111131 10
WWF 2111141 11

Words You Can Make With the Letters in DETRACT

100 words from the letters in DETRACT

How to Use DETRACT in Word Games

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

Bingo potential: Since DETRACT 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 DETRACT to find 100 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About DETRACT

What does DETRACT mean?
DETRACT is a verb. To take away; to withdraw or remove.
Is DETRACT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, DETRACT is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 10 points in Scrabble.
How many points is DETRACT worth in Scrabble?
DETRACT 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 DETRACT?
You can make 100 words from the letters in DETRACT. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of DETRACT?
Synonyms of DETRACT include: decry, defame. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.