Defects

7 lettersnouncommon

Updated June 2026

Definition

Imperfections, flaws, or shortcomings in something, or the act of abandoning one's country or cause.

“The product was recalled due to manufacturing defects.”

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Synonyms

flawsfaultsimperfectionsshortcomings

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Wordle

Seven letters with -ECTS suffix; contains useful vowels E and E

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Scrabble

Worth 13 points; the S allows for easy extensions and parallel plays

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