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UPROOTING

9 letters · 3 syllables · verb, noun

U 1/2
P 3/4
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O 1/1
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Definition of UPROOTING

verb

To root up; to tear up by the roots, or as if by the roots; to extirpate.

verb

(by extension) To remove from a familiar circumstance, especially suddenly and unwillingly.

verb

To destroy utterly; to eradicate, exterminate.

noun

A tearing up.

Synonyms of UPROOTING

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Word Details

Letters
9
Syllables
3
Scrabble
12
points
WWF
16
points

Is UPROOTING a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 12 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 12 pts Words With Friends — 16 pts

Tip: UPROOTING uses 9 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for UPROOTING

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

Letter uprooting Total
Scrabble 131111112 12
WWF 241111123 16

Words You Can Make With the Letters in UPROOTING

100 words from the letters in UPROOTING

How to Use UPROOTING in Word Games

UPROOTING is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

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Frequently Asked Questions About UPROOTING

What does UPROOTING mean?
UPROOTING is a verb. To root up; to tear up by the roots, or as if by the roots; to extirpate.
Is UPROOTING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, UPROOTING is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 12 points in Scrabble.
How many points is UPROOTING worth in Scrabble?
UPROOTING is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends. It is a 9-letter word with 3 syllables.
How many words can you make from UPROOTING?
You can make 100 words from the letters in UPROOTING. The longest sub-words are 8 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of UPROOTING?
Synonyms of UPROOTING include: deracinate, disroot, benothing. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.