DECAY
/dɪˈkeɪ/
5-letter word · 11 Scrabble points · 11 Words With Friends points
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Meaning of DECAY
noun
- The process or result of being gradually decomposed.
- A deterioration of condition; loss of status or fortune.
verb
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To deteriorate, to get worse, to lose strength or health, to decline in quality.
"The pair loved to take pictures in the decaying hospital on forty-third street."
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(of organic material) To rot, to go bad.
"The cat's body decayed rapidly."
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About the word DECAY
Is "DECAY" a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. "DECAY" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 11 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends.
How many points is "DECAY" worth?
In Scrabble, "DECAY" is worth 11 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 11 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 33.
What does "DECAY" mean?
The process or result of being gradually decomposed.
Does "DECAY" have any anagrams?
No, "DECAY" has no anagrams in the ENABLE dictionary — it's the only word that can be formed from its exact letters.