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WATERSHED

/ˈwɔːtəʃɛd/

9 letters · 3 syllables · noun, adjective

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Definition of WATERSHED

noun

The topographical boundary dividing two adjacent catchment basins, such as a ridge or a crest.

noun

A region of land within which water flows down into a specified body, such as a river, lake, sea, or ocean; a drainage basin.

noun

A critical point marking a change in course or development.

adjective

Serving to mark a significant development, change in direction, etc.

Word Details

Letters
9
Syllables
3
Scrabble
16
points
WWF
15
points

Is WATERSHED a Scrabble Word?

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

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

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

Letter Values for WATERSHED

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

Letter watershed Total
Scrabble 411111412 16
WWF 411111312 15

Anagrams of WATERSHED

Words made by rearranging the exact same 9 letters

Words You Can Make With the Letters in WATERSHED

100 words from the letters in WATERSHED

9-letter words

How to Use WATERSHED in Word Games

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions About WATERSHED

What does WATERSHED mean?
WATERSHED is a noun. The topographical boundary dividing two adjacent catchment basins, such as a ridge or a crest.
Is WATERSHED a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, WATERSHED is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 16 points in Scrabble.
How many points is WATERSHED worth in Scrabble?
WATERSHED is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends. It is a 9-letter word with 3 syllables.
How many words can you make from WATERSHED?
You can make 100 words from the letters in WATERSHED. The longest sub-words are 9 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of WATERSHED?
Synonyms of WATERSHED include: divide, drainage divide, water divide, water parting, turning point, catchment. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.
What are the anagrams of WATERSHED?
The anagrams of WATERSHED (words using the exact same letters) are: DRAWSHEET. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.