Word: DEVALUATION
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
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Definition of DEVALUATION
- The removal or lessening of something's value.
- The intentional or deliberate lowering of a currency's value compared to another country's currency or a standard value (e.g. the price of gold).
- Depreciation.
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 "devaluation" is a valid word under current dictionary rules."
- โข "During the final turn of the Scrabble tournament, he played "devaluation" 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 | 15 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 15 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 19 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is DEVALUATION a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is DEVALUATION worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in DEVALUATION? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing DEVALUATION:
- # the devaluation effect
- # master of devaluation
- # playing with devaluation
- # in terms of devaluation
Anagrams
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