Play DEFEAT Strategically

42 valid words • Unscramble DEFEAT for Scrabble & Words With Friends

Strategy Tips for DEFEAT

Best Short Plays
DAFT (8pt)DEAF (8pt)DEFT (8pt)FADE (8pt)FEED (8pt)FATE (7pt)FEAT (7pt)FEET (7pt)
High-Value Long Plays
DEFEAT (10pt)
Scores
Scrabble: 10 pts
WWF: 10 pts
Valid: Yes

Complete Word List — 42 Words

6-letter 1 words Best: DEFEAT (10pt)

DEFEAT10pt

5-letter 3 words Best: DEFAT (9pt)

DEFAT9ptFATED9ptFETED9pt

4-letter 13 words Best: DAFT (8pt)

DAFT8ptDEAF8ptDEFT8ptFADE8ptFEED8ptFATE7ptFEAT7ptFEET7ptFETA7ptFETE7ptDATE5ptDEET5ptTEED5pt

3-letter 16 words Best: FAD (7pt)

FAD7ptFED7ptAFT6ptEFT6ptFAT6ptFEE6ptFET6ptDEE4ptTAD4ptTED4ptATE3ptEAT3ptETA3ptTAE3ptTEA3ptTEE3pt

2-letter 9 words Best: EF (5pt)

EF5ptFA5ptAD3ptDE3ptED3ptAE2ptAT2ptET2ptTA2pt

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About the Word DEFEAT

  • Letters: 6
  • Scrabble score: 10 pts
  • Words With Friends score: 10 pts
  • Valid in Scrabble: Yes
  • Valid in Words With Friends: Yes
  • Words found: 42

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Game Strategy FAQ

How do I play DEFEAT in Scrabble?
Play DEFEAT directly for 10 points, or use its letters to form 42 other words for better board placement.
What is the difference in score for DEFEAT between Scrabble and WWF?
DEFEAT scores 10 pts in Scrabble and 10 pts in Words With Friends.
What is the best short word from DEFEAT?
DAFT (8 pts) is a strong short play from DEFEAT.

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