How many points is MELANISM worth in Scrabble?

MELANISM is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept MELANISM?

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

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MELANISM is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points. MELANISM means "abnormally dark pigmentation of the skin".

Congenital excess of melanin pigmentation in the skin, hair, feathers and/or eyes.

Antonyms: albinism, albinoism

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

abnormally dark pigmentation of the skin

In a sentence: "The melanism is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of MELANISM. It scores 12 points.

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Is MELANISM a Scrabble word?: MELANISM is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points.
What does MELANISM mean?: abnormally dark pigmentation of the skin
How do you use MELANISM in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The melanism is noted."
How many points is MELANISM worth in Scrabble?: MELANISM is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept MELANISM?: MELANISM is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).