LAMBASTS
8 letters · 2 syllables · verb
Definition of LAMBASTS
To scold, reprimand or criticize harshly.
"Her first novel was well and truly lambasted by the critics."
(dated in UK English but not US English) To give a thrashing to; to beat severely.
Examples of LAMBASTS in a Sentence
- "Her first novel was well and truly lambasted by the critics."
Word Details
Is LAMBASTS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, LAMBASTS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: LAMBASTS uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for LAMBASTS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | l | a | m | b | a | s | t | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 12 |
| WWF | 2 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 15 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in LAMBASTS
100 words from the letters in LAMBASTS
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How to Use LAMBASTS in Word Games
LAMBASTS is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
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