How many points is MERCENARY worth in Scrabble?

MERCENARY is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept MERCENARY?

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

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MERCENARY

16 pts

MERCENARY is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 16 points. MERCENARY is listed as a playable Scrabble word, but this lexicon entry has no definition text.

Meaning & examples

/ˈmɜː.sə.nə.ɹi/

Pronunciation: /ˈmɜː.sə.nə.ɹi/

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noun

One motivated by gain, especially monetary.
A person employed to fight in an armed conflict who is not a member of the state or military group for which they are fighting and whose primary motivation is private gain.
One hired to engage in a figurative battle, as a corporate takeover, a lawsuit, or a political campaign.

adjective

Motivated by private gain.

Synonyms: hired gun, greedy, venal

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

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

In a sentence: "The mercenary is noted."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of MERCENARY. It scores 16 points.

Word forms

MERCENARIES15 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 16

MERCENARY Scrabble FAQ

Is MERCENARY a Scrabble word?: MERCENARY is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 16 points.
What does MERCENARY mean?: MERCENARY is listed as a playable Scrabble word, but this lexicon entry has no definition text.
How do you use MERCENARY in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The mercenary is noted."
How many points is MERCENARY worth in Scrabble?: MERCENARY is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept MERCENARY?: MERCENARY is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).