How many points is PARADOX worth in Scrabble?

PARADOX is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept PARADOX?

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

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PARADOX

17 pts

PARADOX is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 17 points. PARADOX means "a statement seemingly contradictory or absurd yet perhaps true".

Meaning & examples

/ˈpaɹədɒks/

Pronunciation: /ˈpæɹədɑks/

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noun

An apparently self-contradictory statement, which can only be true if it is false, and vice versa.
Example: "This sentence is false" is a paradox.
A counterintuitive conclusion or outcome.
Example: It is an interesting paradox that drinking a lot of water can often make you feel thirsty.
A claim that two apparently contradictory ideas are true.
Example: Not having a fashion is a fashion; that's a paradox.

Synonyms: shocker, contradiction, juxtaposition, reverse psychology, enigma, koan, puzzle, quandary

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

a statement seemingly contradictory or absurd yet perhaps true

In a sentence: "The paradox is noted."

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PARADOXES19 pts

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Letter Values

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PARADOX Scrabble FAQ

Is PARADOX a Scrabble word?: PARADOX is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 17 points.
What does PARADOX mean?: a statement seemingly contradictory or absurd yet perhaps true
How do you use PARADOX in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The paradox is noted."
How many points is PARADOX worth in Scrabble?: PARADOX is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept PARADOX?: PARADOX is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).