How many points is EXEMPT worth in Scrabble?

EXEMPT is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept EXEMPT?

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

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17 pts

EXEMPT is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 17 points. EXEMPT means "to free from an obligation required of others".

/ɛɡˈzɛm(p)t/

Pronunciation: /ɛɡˈzɛm(p)t/

One who has been released from something.
A type of French police officer.
One of four officers of the Yeomen of the Royal Guard, having the rank of corporal; an exon.

To grant (someone) freedom or immunity from.
Example: Citizens over 45 years of age were exempted from military service.

Free from a duty or obligation.
Example: His income is so small that it is exempt from tax.
(of an employee or his position) Not entitled to overtime pay when working overtime.
Cut off; set apart.

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

to free from an obligation required of others

In a sentence: "They exempt."

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

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

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Is EXEMPT a Scrabble word?: EXEMPT is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 17 points.
What does EXEMPT mean?: to free from an obligation required of others
How do you use EXEMPT in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They exempt."
How many points is EXEMPT worth in Scrabble?: EXEMPT is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept EXEMPT?: EXEMPT is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).