How many points is LATEST worth in Scrabble?

LATEST is worth 6 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept LATEST?

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

Can you add a letter to LATEST?

In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes LATESTS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

LATEST

6 pts

LATEST is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 6 points. LATEST is a adjective form of late. LATE means "coming or occurring after the expected time".

Meaning & examples

/ˈleɪt.ɪst/

Pronunciation: /ˈleɪt.ɪst/

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adjective

Near the end of a period of time.
Example: It was late in the evening when we finally arrived.
Specifically, near the end of the day.
Example: It was getting late and I was tired.
(usually not comparable) Associated with the end of a period.
Example: Late Latin is less fully inflected than classical Latin.

adverb

After a deadline has passed, past a designated time.
Example: We drove as fast as we could, but we still arrived late.
Formerly, especially in the context of service in a military unit.
Example: Colonel Easterwood, late of the 34th Carbines, was a guest at the dinner party.
Not long ago; just now.

Synonyms: erenow, freshly, belatedly

noun

The most recent thing, particularly information or news.
Example: Have you heard the latest?

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Entry sources: en.wiktionary.org (1) · en.wiktionary.org (2)

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adjective

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

LATEST is a adjective form of late. LATE means "coming or occurring after the expected time".

In a sentence: "It is latest."

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Base words

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LATE4 pts

Back hooks

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LATESTS7 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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Letter Values

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LATEST Scrabble FAQ

Is LATEST a Scrabble word?: LATEST is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 6 points.
What does LATEST mean?: LATEST is a adjective form of late. LATE means "coming or occurring after the expected time".
How do you use LATEST in a sentence?: In a sentence: "It is latest."
How many points is LATEST worth in Scrabble?: LATEST is worth 6 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept LATEST?: LATEST is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to LATEST?: In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes LATESTS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.