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DETRACTING

(verb, noun)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Detracting.

Detracting - as a verb

Take away a part from; diminish

Example: "His bad manners detract from his good character"

Detracting - as a noun

Detraction; slander

Example Sentences

"Her excessive makeup was detracting from her natural beauty."
"The bright colors of the painting were detracting from its overall composition."
"The loud chatter in the background was detracting from the speaker's message."
"His sloppy handwriting was detracting from the clarity of the message."
"The grammatical errors in the essay were detracting from its overall quality."
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Word Game Points

Is DETRACTING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, detracting is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DETRACTING has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is DETRACTING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, detracting is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DETRACTING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is DETRACTING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, detracting is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DETRACTING has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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