How many points is FORMER worth in Scrabble?

FORMER is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept FORMER?

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

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FORMER is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 11 points. FORMER means "one that forms".

/ˈfɔːmə/

Pronunciation: /ˈfɔɹmɚ/

Previous.
Example: A former president; the former East Germany
First of aforementioned two items. Used with the, often without a noun.
Example: I drive two vehicles, a Chevy Camaro and an AMC Gremlin. I won the former on a game show.

Synonyms: erstwhile, sometime, whilom, wont-to-be

Antonyms: latter, next

Someone who forms something; a maker; a creator or founder.
Example: Dave was the former of the company.
An object used to form something, such as a template, gauge, or cutting die.
Example: The brick arch was built using a wooden former.
(used in combinations) Someone in, or of, a certain form (class).
Example: Fifth-former.

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

one that forms

In a sentence: "The former is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of FORMER. It scores 11 points.

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

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Is FORMER a Scrabble word?: FORMER is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 11 points.
What does FORMER mean?: one that forms
How do you use FORMER in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The former is noted."
How many points is FORMER worth in Scrabble?: FORMER is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept FORMER?: FORMER is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).