Word: DECIMATES
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
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Definition of DECIMATES
- A tithe or other 10% tax or payment.
- A tenth of something.
- A set of ten items.
- To kill one-tenth of a group, (specifically) as a military punishment in the Roman army selected by lot, usually carried out by the surviving soldiers.
- To destroy or remove one-tenth of anything.
- To devastate: to reduce or destroy significantly but not completely.
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 "She described the concept as somewhat "decimates", surprising the rest of the board members."
- โข "The referee verified that "decimates" is a valid word under current dictionary rules."
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 | 14 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 14 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 16 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is DECIMATES a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is DECIMATES worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in DECIMATES? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing DECIMATES:
- # the decimates effect
- # master of decimates
- # playing with decimates
- # in terms of decimates
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Hook Words
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Same Length Words (9 Letters)
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Words Starting with D
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