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CHIEF

13 pts

CHIEF is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 13 points. CHIEF means "highest in authority".

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adjective

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

highest in authority

In a sentence: "It is chief."

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Add one letter after CHIEF. Every word is valid in NWL2023 (US).

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

Letter Values

C3
H4
I1
E1
F4
= 13

CHIEF Scrabble FAQ

Is CHIEF a Scrabble word?
CHIEF is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 13 points.
What does CHIEF mean?
highest in authority
How do you use CHIEF in a sentence?
In a sentence: "It is chief."
How many points is CHIEF worth in Scrabble?
CHIEF is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept CHIEF?
CHIEF is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to CHIEF?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes CHIEFS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.