How many points is CONTINGENT worth in Scrabble?

CONTINGENT is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept CONTINGENT?

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

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CONTINGENT

13 pts

CONTINGENT is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 13 points. CONTINGENT is listed as a playable Scrabble word, but this lexicon entry has no definition text.

Meaning & examples

/kənˈtɪn.dʒənt/

noun

An event which may or may not happen; that which is unforeseen, undetermined, or dependent on something future.
That which falls to one in a division or apportionment among a number; a suitable share.
A quota of troops.

Synonyms: contingency, proportion

adjective

Possible or liable, but not certain to occur.
(with upon or on) Dependent on something that is undetermined or unknown.
Example: The success of his undertaking is contingent upon events which he cannot control.
Dependent on something that may or may not occur.
Example: a contingent estate

Synonyms: casual, incidental, conditional

Antonyms: certain, impossible, inevitable, necessary

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

CONTINGENT is listed as a playable Scrabble word, but this lexicon entry has no definition text.

In a sentence: "The contingent is noted."

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Word forms

CONTINGENTS14 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

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CONTINGENT Scrabble FAQ

Is CONTINGENT a Scrabble word?: CONTINGENT is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 13 points.
What does CONTINGENT mean?: CONTINGENT is listed as a playable Scrabble word, but this lexicon entry has no definition text.
How do you use CONTINGENT in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The contingent is noted."
How many points is CONTINGENT worth in Scrabble?: CONTINGENT is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept CONTINGENT?: CONTINGENT is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).