How many points is AUTHOR worth in Scrabble?

AUTHOR is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept AUTHOR?

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

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AUTHOR

9 pts

AUTHOR is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points. AUTHOR is a verb form of write. WRITE means "to form characters or symbols on a surface with an instrument".

Meaning & examples

/ˈɔː.θə/

Pronunciation: /ˈɔ.θɚ/

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noun

The originator or creator of a work, especially of a literary composition.
Example: Have you read any Corinthian authors?
Someone who writes books for a living.
One's authority for something: an informant.

Synonyms: artist, bookwright, creator, fabulator, subcreator, writer

verb

(sometimes proscribed) To create a work as its author.

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

AUTHOR is a verb form of write. WRITE means "to form characters or symbols on a surface with an instrument".

In a sentence: "They author."

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Letter Values

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AUTHOR Scrabble FAQ

Is AUTHOR a Scrabble word?: AUTHOR is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points.
What does AUTHOR mean?: AUTHOR is a verb form of write. WRITE means "to form characters or symbols on a surface with an instrument".
How do you use AUTHOR in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They author."
How many points is AUTHOR worth in Scrabble?: AUTHOR is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept AUTHOR?: AUTHOR is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).