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JIVE

14 pts

JIVE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 14 points. JIVE means "deceitful".

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adjective

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

deceitful

In a sentence: "It is jive."

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Letter Values

J8
I1
V4
E1
= 14

JIVE Scrabble FAQ

Is JIVE a Scrabble word?
JIVE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 14 points.
What does JIVE mean?
deceitful
How do you use JIVE in a sentence?
In a sentence: "It is jive."
How many points is JIVE worth in Scrabble?
JIVE is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept JIVE?
JIVE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to JIVE?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes JIVED, JIVES, JIVEY. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.