How many points is CONTESTED worth in Scrabble?

CONTESTED is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept CONTESTED?

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

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CONTESTED is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points. CONTESTED is a verb form of contest. CONTEST means "to compete for".

To contend.
Example: I will contest for the open seat on the board.
To call into question; to oppose.
Example: The rival contested the dictator's re-election because of claims of voting irregularities.
To strive earnestly to hold or maintain; to struggle to defend.
Example: The troops contested every inch of ground.

Synonyms: call into question, oppose, compete, contend, go in for, controvert

Antonyms: support

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Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

CONTESTED is a verb form of contest. CONTEST means "to compete for".

In a sentence: "They contested."

Check the Scrabble meaning of CONTESTED. It scores 12 points.

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Is CONTESTED a Scrabble word?: CONTESTED is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points.
What does CONTESTED mean?: CONTESTED is a verb form of contest. CONTEST means "to compete for".
How do you use CONTESTED in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They contested."
How many points is CONTESTED worth in Scrabble?: CONTESTED is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept CONTESTED?: CONTESTED is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).