Word: INTERCEPTION
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
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Tactical Scrabble placement and word difficulty
Definition of INTERCEPTION
- An act of intercepting something, the state of being intercepted, or a thing that is intercepted.
- A passing play where the ball is received by the opposing team.
- A pass that is intercepted by an opposing player.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Often formed by appending the Latin suffix "-tio" (yielding "-tion"), creating a noun of action or state from a verb stem.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "She described the concept as somewhat "interception", surprising the rest of the board members."
- โข "The referee verified that "interception" 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 | 16 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 16 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 20 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is INTERCEPTION a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is INTERCEPTION worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in INTERCEPTION? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing INTERCEPTION:
- # the interception effect
- # master of interception
- # playing with interception
- # in terms of interception
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