How many points is AVARICE worth in Scrabble?

AVARICE is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept AVARICE?

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

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AVARICE

12 pts

AVARICE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points. AVARICE is a noun form of greed. GREED means "excessive desire for gain or wealth".

Meaning & examples

/ˈævəɹəs/

Pronunciation: /ˈævəɹəs/

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noun

Excessive or inordinate desire of gain; greed for wealth
Inordinate desire for some supposed good.

Synonyms: avariciousness, covetousness, cupidity

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

AVARICE is a noun form of greed. GREED means "excessive desire for gain or wealth".

In a sentence: "The avarice is noted."

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Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

GREED7 pts

Word forms

AVARICES13 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

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AVARICE Scrabble FAQ

Is AVARICE a Scrabble word?: AVARICE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points.
What does AVARICE mean?: AVARICE is a noun form of greed. GREED means "excessive desire for gain or wealth".
How do you use AVARICE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The avarice is noted."
How many points is AVARICE worth in Scrabble?: AVARICE is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept AVARICE?: AVARICE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).