How many points is INSTEAD worth in Scrabble?

INSTEAD is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept INSTEAD?

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

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8 pts

INSTEAD is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 8 points. INSTEAD means "as a substitute or equivalent".

/ɪnˈstɛd/

Pronunciation: /ɪnˈstɛd/

In the place of something (usually mentioned earlier); as a substitute or alternative.
Example: I was going to go shopping, but I went dancing instead.

Synonyms: in lieu

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adverb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

as a substitute or equivalent

In a sentence: "They did it instead."

Check the Scrabble meaning of INSTEAD. It scores 8 points.

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

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Is INSTEAD a Scrabble word?: INSTEAD is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 8 points.
What does INSTEAD mean?: as a substitute or equivalent
How do you use INSTEAD in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They did it instead."
How many points is INSTEAD worth in Scrabble?: INSTEAD is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept INSTEAD?: INSTEAD is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).