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Is DISSIPATE a valid Scrabble word?

Yes, DISSIPATE is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 12 points.

Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.

What does DISSIPATE mean?

  1. verb

    to cause to separate and go in different directions

    “She waved her hand and scattered the crowds”

  2. verb

    move away from each other

    “The crowds dispersed”

  3. verb

    spend frivolously and unwisely

    “Fritter away one's inheritance”

  4. verb

    live a life of pleasure, especially with respect to alcoholic consumption

Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.

Points

12

Scrabble

13

Words With Friends

9

Letters

D (2) + I (1) + S (1) + S (1) + I (1) + P (3) + A (1) + T (1) + E (1) = 12 points in Scrabble.

Dictionary status

  • Scrabble (US & Canada)Valid
  • Scrabble (UK & worldwide)Valid
  • Words With FriendsListed

Scrabble lists: NWL2023 (US & Canada) and CSW24 (UK & worldwide). WWF uses our ENABLE reference plus verified additions. “Listed” and “Not listed” describe that reference; check acceptance in the game. Sources reviewed 2026-10-03.

Hooks for DISSIPATE

Single letters that turn DISSIPATE into another valid word in US Scrabble. Hooks let you extend a word already on the board.

Front hooks0

None — nothing can be added to the front.

Back hooks3

Words you can make from DISSIPATE

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