How many points is HERETICAL worth in Scrabble?

HERETICAL is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept HERETICAL?

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

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Scrabble Dictionary

HERETICAL

14 pts

HERETICAL is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 14 points. HERETICAL means "pertaining to heresy. HERESY means "a belief contrary to a church doctrine".".

Meaning & examples

/həˈɹɛtɪkəl/

adjective

Of or pertaining to heresy or heretics.
(of ideas or views) Contrary to mainstream or accepted opinion.

Synonyms: unorthodox

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adjective

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

pertaining to heresy. HERESY means "a belief contrary to a church doctrine".

In a sentence: "It is heretical."

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Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

HERESY12 pts

Related words

HERETICALLY19 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

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HERETICAL Scrabble FAQ

Is HERETICAL a Scrabble word?: HERETICAL is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 14 points.
What does HERETICAL mean?: pertaining to heresy. HERESY means "a belief contrary to a church doctrine".
How do you use HERETICAL in a sentence?: In a sentence: "It is heretical."
How many points is HERETICAL worth in Scrabble?: HERETICAL is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept HERETICAL?: HERETICAL is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).