Deface
6 lettersverbmoderateUpdated June 2026
Definition
To deliberately spoil or damage the surface or visual appearance of something, especially in a permanent or conspicuous way.
“Vandals had defaced the war memorial with spray paint overnight.”
Pronunciation
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/dɪˈfeɪs/
Syllables
de·face
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Wordle
DEFACE ends in ACE and has three vowels (E, A, E), the ACE ending is a productive pattern in many common words.
Scrabble
DEFACE scores 12 points, the F (4 pts) adds solid value and the ACE ending opens useful board extensions.
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