How many points is DEFECTIVE worth in Scrabble?

DEFECTIVE is worth 18 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DEFECTIVE?

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

Scrabble

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DEFECTIVE

18 pts

DEFECTIVE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 18 points. DEFECTIVE is listed as a playable Scrabble word, but this lexicon entry has no definition text.

Meaning & examples

/dɪˈfɛktɪv/

Pronunciation

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noun

A person or thing considered to be defective.

adjective

Having one or more defects.
(grammar, of a lexeme, especially a verb) Lacking some forms; e.g., having only one tense or being usable only in the third person.
(Arabic grammar, of a verb) Having a root whose final consonant is weak (ي, و, or ء).

Synonyms: faulty

Antonyms: complete, perfect

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

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

In a sentence: "The defective is noted."

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Word forms

DEFECTIVES19 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 18

DEFECTIVE Scrabble FAQ

Is DEFECTIVE a Scrabble word?: DEFECTIVE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 18 points.
What does DEFECTIVE mean?: DEFECTIVE is listed as a playable Scrabble word, but this lexicon entry has no definition text.
How do you use DEFECTIVE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The defective is noted."
How many points is DEFECTIVE worth in Scrabble?: DEFECTIVE is worth 18 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DEFECTIVE?: DEFECTIVE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).