How many points is PERIODIC worth in Scrabble?

PERIODIC is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept PERIODIC?

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

In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes APERIODIC. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

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13 pts

PERIODIC is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 13 points. PERIODIC means "recurring at regular intervals".

/ˌpɪə-/

Pronunciation: /ˌpɪɹiˈɑdɪk/

Synonyms: cyclic

Antonyms: aperiodic, non-periodic

Relating to the highest oxidation state of iodine; Of or derived from a periodic acid.

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adjective

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

recurring at regular intervals

In a sentence: "It is periodic."

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

Add one letter before PERIODIC. Scores are base word totals before board bonuses.

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Is PERIODIC a Scrabble word?: PERIODIC is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 13 points.
What does PERIODIC mean?: recurring at regular intervals
How do you use PERIODIC in a sentence?: In a sentence: "It is periodic."
How many points is PERIODIC worth in Scrabble?: PERIODIC is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept PERIODIC?: PERIODIC is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to PERIODIC?: In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes APERIODIC. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.