Play DEFENDED Strategically

23 valid words • Unscramble DEFENDED for Scrabble & Words With Friends

Strategy Tips for DEFENDED

Best Short Plays
FEED (8pt)FEND (8pt)DEED (6pt)DENE (5pt)NEED (5pt)FED (7pt)FEE (6pt)FEN (6pt)
High-Value Long Plays
DEFENDED (14pt)DEFEND (11pt)FENDED (11pt)DEEDED (9pt)NEEDED (8pt)
Scores
Scrabble: 14 pts
WWF: 15 pts
Valid: Yes

Complete Word List — 23 Words

8-letter 1 words Best: DEFENDED (14pt)

DEFENDED14pt

6-letter 4 words Best: DEFEND (11pt)

DEFEND11ptFENDED11ptDEEDED9ptNEEDED8pt

5-letter 1 words Best: ENDED (7pt)

ENDED7pt

4-letter 5 words Best: FEED (8pt)

FEED8ptFEND8ptDEED6ptDENE5ptNEED5pt

3-letter 7 words Best: FED (7pt)

FED7ptFEE6ptFEN6ptDEE4ptDEN4ptEND4ptNEE3pt

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

EF5ptDE3ptED3ptEN2ptNE2pt

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About the Word DEFENDED

  • Letters: 8
  • Scrabble score: 14 pts
  • Words With Friends score: 15 pts
  • Valid in Scrabble: Yes
  • Valid in Words With Friends: Yes
  • Words found: 23

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Game Strategy FAQ

How do I play DEFENDED in Scrabble?
Play DEFENDED directly for 14 points, or use its letters to form 23 other words for better board placement.
What is the difference in score for DEFENDED between Scrabble and WWF?
DEFENDED scores 14 pts in Scrabble and 15 pts in Words With Friends.
What is the best short word from DEFENDED?
FEED (8 pts) is a strong short play from DEFENDED.

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