How many points is ALIVE worth in Scrabble?

ALIVE is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept ALIVE?

ALIVE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).

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8 pts

ALIVE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 8 points. ALIVE means "living".

/əˈlaɪv/

Pronunciation

Pronunciation: /əˈlaɪv/

Having life; living; not dead
Example: As long as the plant is alive, he will continue to water it.
In a state of action; in force or operation; existent
Example: to keep the affections alive
Busy with activity of many living beings; swarming; thronged; busy.
Example: Although quite dull during the day, the main street comes alive at night, with many bars and clubs opening.

Synonyms: alive and kicking, extant, vital, existing, ever, in the world, frisky, peppy

Antonyms: dead

(only used attributively) Having life; that is alive.
Example: The post office will not ship live animals.
Being in existence; actual
Example: He is a live example of the consequences of excessive drinking.
Having active properties; being energized.

Synonyms: real, hot, alive, living, in person, in the flesh

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adjective

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

living

In a sentence: "It is alive."

Check the Scrabble meaning of ALIVE. It scores 8 points.

Up to 12 highest-scoring shorter words using only the letters in ALIVE, without blank tiles.

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Is ALIVE a Scrabble word?: ALIVE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 8 points.
What does ALIVE mean?: living
How do you use ALIVE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "It is alive."
How many points is ALIVE worth in Scrabble?: ALIVE is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept ALIVE?: ALIVE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).