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ALTER

5 pts

ALTER is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 5 points. ALTER means "to make different".

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

to make different

In a sentence: "They alter."

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Add one letter before ALTER. Scores are base word totals before board bonuses.

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Letter Values

A1
L1
T1
E1
R1
= 5

ALTER Scrabble FAQ

Is ALTER a Scrabble word?
ALTER is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 5 points.
What does ALTER mean?
to make different
How do you use ALTER in a sentence?
In a sentence: "They alter."
How many points is ALTER worth in Scrabble?
ALTER is worth 5 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept ALTER?
ALTER is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to ALTER?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes FALTER, HALTER, PALTER, SALTER. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.