How many points is ELENCHUS worth in Scrabble?

ELENCHUS is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept ELENCHUS?

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

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ELENCHUS is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 13 points. ELENCHUS means "a logical refutation".

A technique of argument associated with Socrates wherein the arguer asks the interlocutor to agree with a series of premises and conclusions, ending with the arguer's intended point.

Synonyms: Socratic method

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

a logical refutation

In a sentence: "The elenchus is noted."

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

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Is ELENCHUS a Scrabble word?: ELENCHUS is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 13 points.
What does ELENCHUS mean?: a logical refutation
How do you use ELENCHUS in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The elenchus is noted."
How many points is ELENCHUS worth in Scrabble?: ELENCHUS is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept ELENCHUS?: ELENCHUS is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).