How many points is DEFICIT worth in Scrabble?

DEFICIT is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DEFICIT?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

DEFICIT

13 pts

DEFICIT is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 13 points. DEFICIT is a noun form of shortage. SHORTAGE means "an insufficient supply or amount".

noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

DEFICIT is a noun form of shortage. SHORTAGE means "an insufficient supply or amount".

In a sentence: "The deficit is noted."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of DEFICIT. It scores 13 points.

Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

SHORTAGE12 pts

Word forms

DEFICITS14 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 13

DEFICIT Scrabble FAQ

Is DEFICIT a Scrabble word?: DEFICIT is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 13 points.
What does DEFICIT mean?: DEFICIT is a noun form of shortage. SHORTAGE means "an insufficient supply or amount".
How do you use DEFICIT in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The deficit is noted."
How many points is DEFICIT worth in Scrabble?: DEFICIT is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DEFICIT?: DEFICIT is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).