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DISINFECTANT

/dɪs.ɪnˈfɛktənt/

12 letters · 4 syllables · noun, adjective

D 2/2
I 1/1
S 1/1
I 1/1
N 1/2
F 4/4
E 1/1
C 3/4
T 1/1
A 1/1
N 1/2
T 1/1

Definition of DISINFECTANT

noun

A substance that kills germs and/or viruses.

"The scalpels were soaked in disinfectant before the operation so disease wouldn't be spread."

adjective

Serving to kill germs or viruses.

"I washed repeatedly with a disinfectant soap but I still caught the flu."

Examples of DISINFECTANT in a Sentence

  • "The scalpels were soaked in disinfectant before the operation so disease wouldn't be spread."
  • "I washed repeatedly with a disinfectant soap but I still caught the flu."

Word Details

Letters
12
Syllables
4
Scrabble
18
points
WWF
21
points

Is DISINFECTANT a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 18 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 18 pts Words With Friends — 21 pts

Tip: DISINFECTANT uses 12 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for DISINFECTANT

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

Letter disinfectant Total
Scrabble 211114131111 18
WWF 211124141121 21

Words You Can Make With the Letters in DISINFECTANT

100 words from the letters in DISINFECTANT

How to Use DISINFECTANT in Word Games

DISINFECTANT is worth 18 points in Scrabble and 21 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble DISINFECTANT to find 100 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About DISINFECTANT

What does DISINFECTANT mean?
DISINFECTANT is a noun. A substance that kills germs and/or viruses.
Is DISINFECTANT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, DISINFECTANT is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 18 points in Scrabble.
How many points is DISINFECTANT worth in Scrabble?
DISINFECTANT is worth 18 points in Scrabble and 21 points in Words With Friends. It is a 12-letter word with 4 syllables.
How many words can you make from DISINFECTANT?
You can make 100 words from the letters in DISINFECTANT. The longest sub-words are 10 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.