How many points is DETER worth in Scrabble?

DETER is worth 6 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DETER?

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

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6 pts

DETER is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 6 points. DETER means "to stop from proceeding".

/dɪˈtɜː(ɹ)/

Pronunciation: /dɪˈtɜː(ɹ)/

Synonyms: dissuade

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

to stop from proceeding

In a sentence: "They deter."

Check the Scrabble meaning of DETER. It scores 6 points.

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

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Is DETER a Scrabble word?: DETER is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 6 points.
What does DETER mean?: to stop from proceeding
How do you use DETER in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They deter."
How many points is DETER worth in Scrabble?: DETER is worth 6 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DETER?: DETER is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).