DEGREE
/dɪˈɡɹiː/
6-letter word · 8 Scrabble points · 9 Words With Friends points
Meaning of DEGREE
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A stage of proficiency or qualification in a course of study, now especially an award bestowed by a university or, in some countries, a college, as a certification of academic achievement. (In the United States, can include secondary schools.)
"She has two bachelor's degrees and is studying towards a master's degree."
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A unit of measurement of angle equal to 1/360 of a circle's circumference.
"A right angle is a ninety-degree angle."
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About the word DEGREE
Is "DEGREE" a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. "DEGREE" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 8 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends.
How many points is "DEGREE" worth?
In Scrabble, "DEGREE" is worth 8 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 9 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 24.
What does "DEGREE" mean?
A stage of proficiency or qualification in a course of study, now especially an award bestowed by a university or, in some countries, a college, as a certification of academic achievement. (In the United States, can include secondary schools.)
Does "DEGREE" have any anagrams?
No, "DEGREE" has no anagrams in the ENABLE dictionary — it's the only word that can be formed from its exact letters.