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VILIFY

/ˈvɪl.ɪ.faɪ/

6 letters · 3 syllables · verb

V 4/5
I 1/1
L 1/2
I 1/1
F 4/4
Y 4/3

Definition of VILIFY

verb

To say defamatory things about someone or something; to speak ill of.

verb

To belittle through speech; to put down.

Synonyms of VILIFY

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Antonyms of VILIFY

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Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
3
Scrabble
15
points
WWF
16
points

Is VILIFY a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 15 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 15 pts Words With Friends — 16 pts

Tip: VILIFY uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for VILIFY

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

Letter vilify Total
Scrabble 411144 15
WWF 512143 16

Words You Can Make With the Letters in VILIFY

7 words from the letters in VILIFY

How to Use VILIFY in Word Games

VILIFY is worth 15 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, VILIFY is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble VILIFY to find 7 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About VILIFY

What does VILIFY mean?
VILIFY is a verb. To say defamatory things about someone or something; to speak ill of.
Is VILIFY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, VILIFY is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 15 points in Scrabble.
How many points is VILIFY worth in Scrabble?
VILIFY is worth 15 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 3 syllables.
How many words can you make from VILIFY?
You can make 7 words from the letters in VILIFY. The longest sub-words are 3 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of VILIFY?
Synonyms of VILIFY include: abuse, assail, criticize, decry, demonize, denigrate. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.