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ELECTIVE

13 pts

ELECTIVE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 13 points. ELECTIVE means "a course of study that is not mandatory".

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

a course of study that is not mandatory

In a sentence: "The elective is noted."

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

Letter Values

E1
L1
E1
C3
T1
I1
V4
E1
= 13

ELECTIVE Scrabble FAQ

Is ELECTIVE a Scrabble word?
ELECTIVE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 13 points.
What does ELECTIVE mean?
a course of study that is not mandatory
How do you use ELECTIVE in a sentence?
In a sentence: "The elective is noted."
How many points is ELECTIVE worth in Scrabble?
ELECTIVE is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept ELECTIVE?
ELECTIVE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to ELECTIVE?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes SELECTIVE. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.