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MISHANDLES

10 letters · 3 syllables · verb

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Definition of MISHANDLES

verb

To manipulate something roughly, causing physical damage.

"If you mishandle a fragile package, the contents may break."

verb

To deal with a situation incorrectly or ineffectively; to make a mistake in handling a situation.

"The prime minister was accused of mishandling the diplomatic crisis."

Synonyms of MISHANDLES

Words with similar meaning

Examples of MISHANDLES in a Sentence

  • "If you mishandle a fragile package, the contents may break."
  • "The prime minister was accused of mishandling the diplomatic crisis."

Word Details

Letters
10
Syllables
3
Scrabble
16
points
WWF
18
points

Is MISHANDLES a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 16 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 16 pts Words With Friends — 18 pts

Tip: MISHANDLES uses 10 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for MISHANDLES

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

Letter mishandles Total
Scrabble 3114112111 16
WWF 4113122211 18

Words You Can Make With the Letters in MISHANDLES

100 words from the letters in MISHANDLES

How to Use MISHANDLES in Word Games

MISHANDLES is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 18 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About MISHANDLES

What does MISHANDLES mean?
MISHANDLES is a verb. To manipulate something roughly, causing physical damage.
Is MISHANDLES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, MISHANDLES is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 16 points in Scrabble.
How many points is MISHANDLES worth in Scrabble?
MISHANDLES is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 18 points in Words With Friends. It is a 10-letter word with 3 syllables.
How many words can you make from MISHANDLES?
You can make 100 words from the letters in MISHANDLES. The longest sub-words are 9 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of MISHANDLES?
Synonyms of MISHANDLES include: mismanage, handle, incorrectly, misuse, roughly. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.