Word: DERISION
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Tactical Scrabble placement and word difficulty
Definition of DERISION
- Act of treating with disdain.
- Something to be derided; a laughing stock.
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 "During the final turn of the Scrabble tournament, he played "derision" to secure the victory."
- โข "Please ensure you spell "derision" correctly when adding it to your game sheet."
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 | 9 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 9 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 10 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is DERISION a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is DERISION worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in DERISION? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing DERISION:
- # the derision effect
- # master of derision
- # playing with derision
- # in terms of derision
Sub-words
Smaller words created by unscrambling subset letters of DERISION:
Word Family
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Same Length Words (8 Letters)
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Words Starting with D
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