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OBTAIN

8 pts

OBTAIN is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 8 points. OBTAIN means "to gain possession of".

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Dictionary Definition

to gain possession of

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Add one letter after OBTAIN. Every word is valid in NWL2023 (US).

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

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Letter Values

O1
B3
T1
A1
I1
N1
= 8

OBTAIN Scrabble FAQ

Is OBTAIN a Scrabble word?
OBTAIN is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 8 points.
How many points is OBTAIN worth in Scrabble?
OBTAIN is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept OBTAIN?
OBTAIN is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to OBTAIN?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes OBTAINS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.