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DETAINED

10 pts

DETAINED is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 10 points. DETAINED is a verb form of detain. DETAIN means "to hold in custody".

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

DETAINED is a verb form of detain. DETAIN means "to hold in custody".

In a sentence: "They detained."

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

Letter Values

D2
E1
T1
A1
I1
N1
E1
D2
= 10

DETAINED Scrabble FAQ

Is DETAINED a Scrabble word?
DETAINED is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 10 points.
What does DETAINED mean?
DETAINED is a verb form of detain. DETAIN means "to hold in custody".
How do you use DETAINED in a sentence?
In a sentence: "They detained."
How many points is DETAINED worth in Scrabble?
DETAINED is worth 10 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DETAINED?
DETAINED is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).