How many points is DEFENSIBLE worth in Scrabble?

DEFENSIBLE is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DEFENSIBLE?

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

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DEFENSIBLE

16 pts

DEFENSIBLE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 16 points. DEFENSIBLE is listed as a playable Scrabble word, but this lexicon entry has no definition text.

Meaning & examples

[dɪˈfɛnsɪbəɫ]

adjective

(of an installation etc) capable of being defended against armed attack
(of an argument etc) capable of being justified

Synonyms: defendable

Antonyms: indefensible

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adjective

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

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

In a sentence: "It is defensible."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of DEFENSIBLE. It scores 16 points.

Related words

DEFENSIBLY19 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 16

DEFENSIBLE Scrabble FAQ

Is DEFENSIBLE a Scrabble word?: DEFENSIBLE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 16 points.
What does DEFENSIBLE mean?: DEFENSIBLE is listed as a playable Scrabble word, but this lexicon entry has no definition text.
How do you use DEFENSIBLE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "It is defensible."
How many points is DEFENSIBLE worth in Scrabble?: DEFENSIBLE is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DEFENSIBLE?: DEFENSIBLE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).