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ENCROACHMENT

/ɛŋˈkɹoʊt͡ʃmənt/

12 letters · 3 syllables · noun

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Definition of ENCROACHMENT

noun

An entry into a place or area that was previously uncommon; an advance beyond former borders; intrusion; incursion.

noun

An intrusion upon another's possessions or rights; infringement.

noun

That which is gained by such unlawful intrusion.

Word Details

Letters
12
Syllables
3
Scrabble
21
points
WWF
25
points

Is ENCROACHMENT a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 21 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 21 pts Words With Friends — 25 pts

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

Letter Values for ENCROACHMENT

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

Letter encroachment Total
Scrabble 113111343111 21
WWF 124111434121 25

Words You Can Make With the Letters in ENCROACHMENT

100 words from the letters in ENCROACHMENT

How to Use ENCROACHMENT in Word Games

ENCROACHMENT is worth 21 points in Scrabble and 25 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About ENCROACHMENT

What does ENCROACHMENT mean?
ENCROACHMENT is a noun. An entry into a place or area that was previously uncommon; an advance beyond former borders; intrusion; incursion.
Is ENCROACHMENT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ENCROACHMENT is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 21 points in Scrabble.
How many points is ENCROACHMENT worth in Scrabble?
ENCROACHMENT is worth 21 points in Scrabble and 25 points in Words With Friends. It is a 12-letter word with 3 syllables.
How many words can you make from ENCROACHMENT?
You can make 100 words from the letters in ENCROACHMENT. The longest sub-words are 9 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.