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DRAWBACK

/ˈdɹɔːˌbæk/

8 letters · 2 syllables · noun

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Definition of DRAWBACK

noun

A disadvantage; something that detracts or takes away.

"Poor fuel economy is a common drawback among larger vehicles."

noun

A partial refund of an import fee, as when goods are re-exported from the country that collected the fee.

noun

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

Letters
8
Syllables
2
Scrabble
20
points
WWF
22
points

Is DRAWBACK a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 20 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 20 pts Words With Friends — 22 pts

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 drawback Total
Scrabble 21143135 20
WWF 21144145 22

Anagrams of DRAWBACK

Words made by rearranging the exact same 8 letters

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.

Frequently Asked Questions About DRAWBACK

What does DRAWBACK mean?
DRAWBACK is a noun. A disadvantage; something that detracts or takes away.
Is DRAWBACK a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, DRAWBACK is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 20 points in Scrabble.
How many points is DRAWBACK worth in Scrabble?
DRAWBACK is worth 20 points in Scrabble and 22 points in Words With Friends. It is a 8-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from DRAWBACK?
You can make 81 words from the letters in DRAWBACK. The longest sub-words are 8 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of DRAWBACK?
The anagrams of DRAWBACK (words using the exact same letters) are: BACKWARD. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.