How many points is DETONATE worth in Scrabble?

DETONATE is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DETONATE?

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

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9 pts

DETONATE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points. DETONATE means "to cause to explode".

/ˈdɛtəneɪt/

To explode; to blow up. Specifically, to combust supersonically via shock compression.
To cause to explode.

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

to cause to explode

In a sentence: "They detonate."

Check the Scrabble meaning of DETONATE. It scores 9 points.

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

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Is DETONATE a Scrabble word?: DETONATE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points.
What does DETONATE mean?: to cause to explode
How do you use DETONATE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They detonate."
How many points is DETONATE worth in Scrabble?: DETONATE is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DETONATE?: DETONATE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).