Word: REFUSES
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
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Tactical Scrabble placement and word difficulty
Definition of REFUSES
- To decline (a request or demand).
"My request for a pay rise was refused."
- To decline a request or demand, forbear; to withhold permission.
"I asked the star if I could have her autograph, but she refused."
- To throw back, or cause to keep back (as the centre, a wing, or a flank), out of the regular alignment when troops are about to engage the enemy.
"to refuse the right wing while the left wing attacks"
- To melt again.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Often originates from the Latin prefix "re-", expressing intensive action, repetition, or backward motion.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "She described the concept as somewhat "refuses", surprising the rest of the board members."
- โข "The referee verified that "refuses" is a valid word under current dictionary rules."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
With its balanced structure, this word is frequently useful for maintaining board control.
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 | 11 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is REFUSES a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is REFUSES worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in REFUSES? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing REFUSES:
- # the refuses effect
- # master of refuses
- # playing with refuses
- # in terms of refuses
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