Word: DISABLE
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Definition of DISABLE
- To render unable; to take away an ability of, as by crippling.
- (chiefly of a person) To impair the physical or mental abilities of; to cause a serious, permanent injury.
"Falling off the horse disabled him."
- To deactivate, to make inoperational (especially of a function of an electronic or mechanical device).
"The pilot had to disable the autopilot of his airplane."
- Lacking ability; unable.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Often formed with the Latin adjectival suffix "-abilis", denoting capability, worthiness, or ability to undergo an action.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "She described the concept as somewhat "disable", surprising the rest of the board members."
- โข "The referee verified that "disable" is a valid word under current dictionary rules."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word is a perfect "isogram" (or non-pattern word), meaning it contains no repeating letters. It is highly valued for rack flexibility!
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 | 10 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 10 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 12 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is DISABLE a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is DISABLE worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in DISABLE? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing DISABLE:
- # the disable effect
- # master of disable
- # playing with disable
- # in terms of disable
Hook Words
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Sub-words
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