How many points is DECAPITATION worth in Scrabble?

DECAPITATION is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DECAPITATION?

DECAPITATION is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).

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DECAPITATION

17 pts

DECAPITATION is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 17 points. DECAPITATION means "the act of decapitating. DECAPITATING means "decapitate".".

Meaning & examples

/dɪkæpɪˈteɪʃən/

noun

Beheading; the act of beheading or decapitating
The ousting or destruction of the ruling body of a government or other organization.
Example: A decapitation strike carried out by drone killed many of the country's senior generals.
The unseating of a senior politician.
Example: The decapitation of the Foreign Secretary was a significant publicity coup for the opposition.

Synonyms: beheading

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

the act of decapitating. DECAPITATING means "decapitate".

In a sentence: "The decapitation is noted."

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Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

DECAPITATING18 pts

Word forms

DECAPITATIONS18 pts

Shorter words from these letters

Up to 12 highest-scoring shorter words using only the letters in DECAPITATION, without blank tiles.

Letter Values

= 17

DECAPITATION Scrabble FAQ

Is DECAPITATION a Scrabble word?: DECAPITATION is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 17 points.
What does DECAPITATION mean?: the act of decapitating. DECAPITATING means "decapitate".
How do you use DECAPITATION in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The decapitation is noted."
How many points is DECAPITATION worth in Scrabble?: DECAPITATION is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DECAPITATION?: DECAPITATION is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).