How many points is DEVOLVED worth in Scrabble?

DEVOLVED is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DEVOLVED?

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

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DEVOLVED

16 pts

DEVOLVED is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 16 points. DEVOLVED is a verb form of devolve. DEVOLVE means "to transfer from one person to another".

Meaning & examples

verb

To roll (something) down; to unroll.
To be inherited by someone else; to pass down upon the next person in a succession, especially through failure or loss of an earlier holder.
To delegate (a responsibility, duty, etc.) on or upon someone.

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

DEVOLVED is a verb form of devolve. DEVOLVE means "to transfer from one person to another".

In a sentence: "They devolved."

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

Base words

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DEVOLVE14 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 16

DEVOLVED Scrabble FAQ

Is DEVOLVED a Scrabble word?: DEVOLVED is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 16 points.
What does DEVOLVED mean?: DEVOLVED is a verb form of devolve. DEVOLVE means "to transfer from one person to another".
How do you use DEVOLVED in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They devolved."
How many points is DEVOLVED worth in Scrabble?: DEVOLVED is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DEVOLVED?: DEVOLVED is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).