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LAMBASTS

8 letters · 2 syllables · verb

L 1/2
A 1/1
M 3/4
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T 1/1
S 1/1

Definition of LAMBASTS

verb

To scold, reprimand or criticize harshly.

"Her first novel was well and truly lambasted by the critics."

verb

(dated in UK English but not US English) To give a thrashing to; to beat severely.

Synonyms of LAMBASTS

Words with similar meaning

Examples of LAMBASTS in a Sentence

  • "Her first novel was well and truly lambasted by the critics."

Word Details

Letters
8
Syllables
2
Scrabble
12
points
WWF
15
points

Is LAMBASTS a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 12 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 12 pts Words With Friends — 15 pts

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 lambasts Total
Scrabble 11331111 12
WWF 21441111 15

Words You Can Make With the Letters in LAMBASTS

100 words from the letters in LAMBASTS

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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Frequently Asked Questions About LAMBASTS

What does LAMBASTS mean?
LAMBASTS is a verb. To scold, reprimand or criticize harshly.
Is LAMBASTS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, LAMBASTS is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 12 points in Scrabble.
How many points is LAMBASTS worth in Scrabble?
LAMBASTS is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends. It is a 8-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from LAMBASTS?
You can make 100 words from the letters in LAMBASTS. The longest sub-words are 7 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of LAMBASTS?
Synonyms of LAMBASTS include: beat, hit, thrash, berate, scold, tell off. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.