EXTERMINATE
/ɛkˈstəː.mɪ.neɪt/
11 letters · 4 syllables · verb
Definition of EXTERMINATE
To kill all of (a population of pests or undesirables), usually intentionally.
"We'll use poison to exterminate the rats."
To bring a definite end to; finish completely.
"The public school failed to exterminate truancy."
Examples of EXTERMINATE in a Sentence
- "We'll use poison to exterminate the rats."
- "The public school failed to exterminate truancy."
Word Details
Is EXTERMINATE a Scrabble Word?
Yes, EXTERMINATE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: EXTERMINATE uses 11 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for EXTERMINATE
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | e | x | t | e | r | m | i | n | a | t | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 20 |
| WWF | 1 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 22 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in EXTERMINATE
100 words from the letters in EXTERMINATE
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How to Use EXTERMINATE in Word Games
EXTERMINATE is worth 20 points in Scrabble and 22 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
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