How many points is INVECTIVE worth in Scrabble?

INVECTIVE is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept INVECTIVE?

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

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INVECTIVE

17 pts

INVECTIVE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 17 points. INVECTIVE is listed as a playable Scrabble word, but this lexicon entry has no definition text.

Meaning & examples

/ɪnˈvɛktɪv/

Pronunciation: /ɪnˈvɛktɪv/

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noun

An expression which inveighs or rails against a person.
A severe or violent censure or reproach.
Something spoken or written, intended to cast shame, disgrace, censure, or reproach on another.

adjective

Characterized by invection or railing.
Example: Tom's speeches became diatribes — each more invective than the last.

Synonyms: abusive, critical, denunciatory, satirical, vitriolic, vituperative

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

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

In a sentence: "The invective is noted."

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Word forms

INVECTIVES18 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 17

INVECTIVE Scrabble FAQ

Is INVECTIVE a Scrabble word?: INVECTIVE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 17 points.
What does INVECTIVE mean?: INVECTIVE is listed as a playable Scrabble word, but this lexicon entry has no definition text.
How do you use INVECTIVE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The invective is noted."
How many points is INVECTIVE worth in Scrabble?: INVECTIVE is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept INVECTIVE?: INVECTIVE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).