Play DEFER Strategically

25 valid words • Unscramble DEFER for Scrabble & Words With Friends

Strategy Tips for DEFER

Best Short Plays
FEED (8pt)FERE (7pt)FREE (7pt)REEF (7pt)DEER (5pt)DERE (5pt)DREE (5pt)REDE (5pt)
High-Value Long Plays
No long words available
Scores
Scrabble: 9 pts
WWF: 9 pts
Valid: Yes

Complete Word List — 25 Words

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

DEFER9ptFREED9ptREFED9pt

4-letter 9 words Best: FEED (8pt)

FEED8ptFERE7ptFREE7ptREEF7ptDEER5ptDERE5ptDREE5ptREDE5ptREED5pt

3-letter 8 words Best: FED (7pt)

FED7ptFEE6ptFER6ptREF6ptDEE4ptRED4ptERE3ptREE3pt

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

EF5ptDE3ptED3ptER2ptRE2pt

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About the Word DEFER

  • Letters: 5
  • Scrabble score: 9 pts
  • Words With Friends score: 9 pts
  • Valid in Scrabble: Yes
  • Valid in Words With Friends: Yes
  • Words found: 25

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Game Strategy FAQ

How do I play DEFER in Scrabble?
Play DEFER directly for 9 points, or use its letters to form 25 other words for better board placement.
What is the difference in score for DEFER between Scrabble and WWF?
DEFER scores 9 pts in Scrabble and 9 pts in Words With Friends.
What is the best short word from DEFER?
FEED (8 pts) is a strong short play from DEFER.

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