How many points is COUNTERPOINTS worth in Scrabble?

COUNTERPOINTS is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept COUNTERPOINTS?

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

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COUNTERPOINTS is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 17 points. COUNTERPOINTS means "counterpoint".

A melody added to an existing one, especially one added to provide harmony whilst each retains its simultaneous identity; a composition consisting of such contrapuntal melodies.
Any similar contrasting element in a work of art.
An opposite point.

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

counterpoint

In a sentence: "They counterpoints."

Check the Scrabble meaning of COUNTERPOINTS. It scores 17 points.

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Is COUNTERPOINTS a Scrabble word?: COUNTERPOINTS is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 17 points.
What does COUNTERPOINTS mean?: counterpoint
How do you use COUNTERPOINTS in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They counterpoints."
How many points is COUNTERPOINTS worth in Scrabble?: COUNTERPOINTS is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept COUNTERPOINTS?: COUNTERPOINTS is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).