How many points is DEFECT worth in Scrabble?

DEFECT is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DEFECT?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

12 pts

DEFECT is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points. DEFECT means "to desert an allegiance".

verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

to desert an allegiance

In a sentence: "They defect."

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

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

= 12

Is DEFECT a Scrabble word?: DEFECT is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points.
What does DEFECT mean?: to desert an allegiance
How do you use DEFECT in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They defect."
How many points is DEFECT worth in Scrabble?: DEFECT is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DEFECT?: DEFECT is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).