How many points is POUNCED worth in Scrabble?

POUNCED is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept POUNCED?

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

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POUNCED

12 pts

POUNCED is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points. POUNCED is a verb form of pounce. POUNCE means "to make a sudden assault or approach".

Meaning & examples

/paʊnst/

verb

To sprinkle or rub with pounce powder.
Example: to pounce paper, or a pattern

verb

To leap into the air intending to seize someone or something.
Example: She pounced on the young man, because she loved him and wanted him for herself.
To attack suddenly by leaping.
Example: I was awakened from a dead sleep by my child pouncing on top of me from out of nowhere.
To eagerly seize an opportunity.
Example: I pounced on the chance to get promoted.

Synonyms: attack, strike, bounce, jump, leap

adjective

Furnished with claws or talons.
Ornamented with perforations or dots.

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

POUNCED is a verb form of pounce. POUNCE means "to make a sudden assault or approach".

In a sentence: "They pounced."

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Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

POUNCE10 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 12

POUNCED Scrabble FAQ

Is POUNCED a Scrabble word?: POUNCED is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points.
What does POUNCED mean?: POUNCED is a verb form of pounce. POUNCE means "to make a sudden assault or approach".
How do you use POUNCED in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They pounced."
How many points is POUNCED worth in Scrabble?: POUNCED is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept POUNCED?: POUNCED is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).