How many points is CYNICAL worth in Scrabble?

CYNICAL is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept CYNICAL?

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

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CYNICAL is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 14 points. CYNICAL means "distrusting the motives of others".

/ˈsɪnɪkəl/

Pronunciation: /ˈsɪnɪkəl/

Of or relating to the belief that human actions are motivated only or primarily by base desires or selfishness.
Skeptical of the integrity, sincerity, or motives of others.
Bitterly or jadedly distrustful or contemptuous; mocking.

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adjective

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

distrusting the motives of others

In a sentence: "It is cynical."

Check the Scrabble meaning of CYNICAL. It scores 14 points.

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Is CYNICAL a Scrabble word?: CYNICAL is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 14 points.
What does CYNICAL mean?: distrusting the motives of others
How do you use CYNICAL in a sentence?: In a sentence: "It is cynical."
How many points is CYNICAL worth in Scrabble?: CYNICAL is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept CYNICAL?: CYNICAL is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).