How many points is DETERIORATE worth in Scrabble?

DETERIORATE is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DETERIORATE?

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

Scrabble

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DETERIORATE

12 pts

DETERIORATE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points. DETERIORATE is listed as a playable Scrabble word, but this lexicon entry has no definition text.

Meaning & examples

/dɪˈtɪəɹɪəɹeɪt/

Pronunciation: /dɪˈtɪəɹɪəɹeɪt/

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verb

To make worse; to make inferior in quality or value; to impair.
Example: to deteriorate the mind
To grow worse; to be impaired in quality; to degenerate.

Synonyms: degenerate, go off, nerf, weaken, worsen

Antonyms: ameliorate, better, improve, revamp

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

DETERIORATE is listed as a playable Scrabble word, but this lexicon entry has no definition text.

In a sentence: "They deteriorate."

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Word forms

Related words

DETERIORATION14 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 12

DETERIORATE Scrabble FAQ

Is DETERIORATE a Scrabble word?: DETERIORATE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points.
What does DETERIORATE mean?: DETERIORATE is listed as a playable Scrabble word, but this lexicon entry has no definition text.
How do you use DETERIORATE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They deteriorate."
How many points is DETERIORATE worth in Scrabble?: DETERIORATE is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DETERIORATE?: DETERIORATE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).