How many points is NEPENTHE worth in Scrabble?

NEPENTHE is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept NEPENTHE?

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

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NEPENTHE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 13 points. NEPENTHE means "a drug that induces forgetfulness".

/nɪˈpɛnθi/

A drug mentioned in Homer's Odyssey (c. 8th century B.C.E.) as bringing relief from anxiety or grief; hence, any drug or substance seen as bringing welcome forgetfulness or relief.
A Southeast Asian carnivorous plant of the genus Nepenthes; a monkey cup or tropical pitcher plant.

Synonyms: monkey cup

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Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

a drug that induces forgetfulness

In a sentence: "The nepenthe is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of NEPENTHE. It scores 13 points.

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Is NEPENTHE a Scrabble word?: NEPENTHE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 13 points.
What does NEPENTHE mean?: a drug that induces forgetfulness
How do you use NEPENTHE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The nepenthe is noted."
How many points is NEPENTHE worth in Scrabble?: NEPENTHE is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept NEPENTHE?: NEPENTHE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).