How many points is INCIDENTAL worth in Scrabble?

INCIDENTAL is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept INCIDENTAL?

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

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INCIDENTAL

13 pts

INCIDENTAL is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 13 points. INCIDENTAL is listed as a playable Scrabble word, but this lexicon entry has no definition text.

Meaning & examples

[ɪnsɪˈdɛ.ɾ̃əl]

noun

Minor items, not further defined. Incidental expense.
Example: She's costing us a lot in incidentals.
Something that is incidental.

adjective

Loosely associated; existing as a byproduct, tangent, or accident; being a likely consequence.
Example: That character, though colorful, is incidental to the overall plot.
Occurring by chance
(of radiation) Entering or approaching, prior to reflection (more frequently incident).

Synonyms: accidental, contingent, serendipitous

Antonyms: impossible, inevitable, necessary, intentional

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

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

In a sentence: "The incidental is noted."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of INCIDENTAL. It scores 13 points.

Word forms

INCIDENTALS14 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 13

INCIDENTAL Scrabble FAQ

Is INCIDENTAL a Scrabble word?: INCIDENTAL is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 13 points.
What does INCIDENTAL mean?: INCIDENTAL is listed as a playable Scrabble word, but this lexicon entry has no definition text.
How do you use INCIDENTAL in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The incidental is noted."
How many points is INCIDENTAL worth in Scrabble?: INCIDENTAL is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept INCIDENTAL?: INCIDENTAL is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).