DRAWBACK
/ˈdɹɔːˌbæk/
8 letters · 2 syllables · noun
Definition of DRAWBACK
A disadvantage; something that detracts or takes away.
"Poor fuel economy is a common drawback among larger vehicles."
A partial refund of an import fee, as when goods are re-exported from the country that collected the fee.
The inhalation of a lungful of smoke from a cigarette.
Examples of DRAWBACK in a Sentence
- "Poor fuel economy is a common drawback among larger vehicles."
Word Details
Is DRAWBACK a Scrabble Word?
Yes, DRAWBACK is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: DRAWBACK uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for DRAWBACK
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | d | r | a | w | b | a | c | k | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 2 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 20 |
| WWF | 2 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 5 | 22 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in DRAWBACK
81 words from the letters in DRAWBACK
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How to Use DRAWBACK in Word Games
DRAWBACK is worth 20 points in Scrabble and 22 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble DRAWBACK to find 81 additional valid words.