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MISHANDLING

11 letters · 3 syllables · verb, noun

M 3/4
I 1/1
S 1/1
H 4/3
A 1/1
N 1/2
D 2/2
L 1/2
I 1/1
N 1/2
G 2/3

Definition of MISHANDLING

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."

noun

Incorrect handling; mismanagement.

Synonyms of MISHANDLING

Words with similar meaning

Examples of MISHANDLING 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
11
Syllables
3
Scrabble
18
points
WWF
22
points

Is MISHANDLING a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 18 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 18 pts Words With Friends — 22 pts

Tip: MISHANDLING uses 11 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for MISHANDLING

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

Letter mishandling Total
Scrabble 31141121112 18
WWF 41131222123 22

Words You Can Make With the Letters in MISHANDLING

100 words from the letters in MISHANDLING

How to Use MISHANDLING in Word Games

MISHANDLING is worth 18 points in Scrabble and 22 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

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Frequently Asked Questions About MISHANDLING

What does MISHANDLING mean?
MISHANDLING is a verb. To manipulate something roughly, causing physical damage.
Is MISHANDLING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, MISHANDLING is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 18 points in Scrabble.
How many points is MISHANDLING worth in Scrabble?
MISHANDLING is worth 18 points in Scrabble and 22 points in Words With Friends. It is a 11-letter word with 3 syllables.
How many words can you make from MISHANDLING?
You can make 100 words from the letters in MISHANDLING. The longest sub-words are 9 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of MISHANDLING?
Synonyms of MISHANDLING include: mismanage, handle, incorrectly, misuse, roughly. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.