Is “Abatement” a Scrabble word?

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Yes
ABATEMENT
Valid in at least one Scrabble dictionary

Valid in these dictionaries

SOWPODS / CSW
Scrabble UK & International
Valid
TWL / NWL
Scrabble North America
Valid
Large English Dictionary
General English word list
Unavailable

Meaning of Abatement

/əˈbeɪt.mənt/

noun
  1. 1.The act of abating, or the state of being abated; a lessening, diminution, or reduction; a moderation; removal or putting an end to; the suppression of.

    The abatement of a nuisance is the suppression thereof.

  2. 2.The amount abated; that which is taken away by way of reduction; deduction; decrease; a rebate or discount allowed; in particular from a tax.

  3. 3.A mark of dishonor on an escutcheon; any figure added to the coat of arms tending to lower the dignity or station of the bearer.