How many points is EXACTION worth in Scrabble?

EXACTION is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept EXACTION?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

EXACTION

17 pts

EXACTION is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 17 points. EXACTION means "the act of exacting. EXACTING means "exact, to force the payment or yielding of".".

Meaning & examples

/ɪɡˈzækʃən/

noun

The act of demanding with authority, and compelling to pay or yield; compulsion to give or furnish; a levying by force
Example: the exaction to tribute or of obedience
Extortion.
That which is exacted; a severe tribute; a fee, reward, or contribution, demanded or levied with severity or injustice.

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

the act of exacting. EXACTING means "exact, to force the payment or yielding of".

In a sentence: "The exaction is noted."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of EXACTION. It scores 17 points.

Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

EXACTING18 pts

Word forms

EXACTIONS18 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 17

EXACTION Scrabble FAQ

Is EXACTION a Scrabble word?: EXACTION is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 17 points.
What does EXACTION mean?: the act of exacting. EXACTING means "exact, to force the payment or yielding of".
How do you use EXACTION in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The exaction is noted."
How many points is EXACTION worth in Scrabble?: EXACTION is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept EXACTION?: EXACTION is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).