MASSACRE
/ˈmæs.ə.kə(ɹ)/
8 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of MASSACRE
The killing of a considerable number (usually limited to people) where little or no resistance can be made, with indiscriminate violence, without necessity, and contrary to civilized norms.
Murder.
Any overwhelming defeat, as in a game or sport.
To kill in considerable numbers where little or no resistance can be made, with indiscriminate violence, without necessity, and contrary to civilized norms. (Often limited to the killing of human beings.)
To win so decisively it is in the manner of so slaughtering one's opponent.
To give a performance so poorly it is in the manner of so slaughtering the musical piece, play etc being performed.
Word Details
Is MASSACRE a Scrabble Word?
Yes, MASSACRE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: MASSACRE uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for MASSACRE
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | m | a | s | s | a | c | r | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 12 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 14 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in MASSACRE
100 words from the letters in MASSACRE
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How to Use MASSACRE in Word Games
MASSACRE is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
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