How many points is EXTORTION worth in Scrabble?

EXTORTION is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept EXTORTION?

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

Can you add a letter to EXTORTION?

In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes SEXTORTION. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

EXTORTION

16 pts

EXTORTION is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 16 points. EXTORTION is listed as a playable Scrabble word, but this lexicon entry has no definition text.

Meaning & examples

/ɪkˈstɔːʃn/

noun

The practice of extorting money or other property by the use of force or threats.

Synonyms: blackmail

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

EXTORTION is listed as a playable Scrabble word, but this lexicon entry has no definition text.

In a sentence: "The extortion is noted."

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

Word forms

EXTORTIONS17 pts

Front hooks

Add one letter before EXTORTION. Scores are base word totals before board bonuses.

SEXTORTION17 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 16

EXTORTION Scrabble FAQ

Is EXTORTION a Scrabble word?: EXTORTION is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 16 points.
What does EXTORTION mean?: EXTORTION is listed as a playable Scrabble word, but this lexicon entry has no definition text.
How do you use EXTORTION in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The extortion is noted."
How many points is EXTORTION worth in Scrabble?: EXTORTION is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept EXTORTION?: EXTORTION is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to EXTORTION?: In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes SEXTORTION. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.