How many points is DEFILEMENT worth in Scrabble?

DEFILEMENT is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DEFILEMENT?

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

Can you add a letter to DEFILEMENT?

In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes DEFILEMENTS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

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DEFILEMENT

16 pts

DEFILEMENT is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 16 points. DEFILEMENT is a verb form of defile. DEFILE means "treat (something sacred or important) without respect".

Meaning & examples

/dɪˈfaɪəlmənt/

noun

The act of defiling.
The state of being defiled.
The protection of the interior walls of a fortification from enfilading fire, as by covering them, or by a high parapet on the exposed side.

Synonyms: pollution

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verb

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

DEFILEMENT is a verb form of defile. DEFILE means "treat (something sacred or important) without respect".

In a sentence: "They defilement."

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Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

DEFILE10 pts

Back hooks

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DEFILEMENTS17 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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Letter Values

= 16

DEFILEMENT Scrabble FAQ

Is DEFILEMENT a Scrabble word?: DEFILEMENT is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 16 points.
What does DEFILEMENT mean?: DEFILEMENT is a verb form of defile. DEFILE means "treat (something sacred or important) without respect".
How do you use DEFILEMENT in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They defilement."
How many points is DEFILEMENT worth in Scrabble?: DEFILEMENT is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DEFILEMENT?: DEFILEMENT is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to DEFILEMENT?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes DEFILEMENTS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.