Word: DECADES
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Definition of DECADES
- A group, set, or series of ten , particularly:
"a decade of soldiers"
- A set of resistors, capacitors, etc. connected so as to provide even increments between one and ten times a base electrical resistance.
- The interval between any two quantities having a ratio of 10 to 1.
"There are decades between 1.8 and 18, between 25 and 250 and between 0.03 and 0.003."
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Often originates from the Latin "de-", meaning "down, away, or opposite", indicating reversal or removal.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "The referee verified that "decades" is a valid word under current dictionary rules."
- โข "During the final turn of the Scrabble tournament, he played "decades" to secure the victory."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
A standard valid Scrabble word that can be highly useful for transitioning between different board quadrants.
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
This is a 7+ letter word. Use it as a Bingo candidate if you have the space on the board for a +50 point bonus.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 11 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 11 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 12 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is DECADES a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is DECADES worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in DECADES? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing DECADES:
- # the decades effect
- # master of decades
- # playing with decades
- # in terms of decades
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