How many points is POVERTY worth in Scrabble?

POVERTY is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept POVERTY?

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

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POVERTY is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 15 points. POVERTY means "the state of being extremely poor".

/ˈpɒvəti/

Pronunciation: /ˈpɑːvɚti/

The quality or state of being poor; lack of money
Any deficiency of elements or resources that are needed or desired, or that constitute richness
Example: poverty of soil

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

the state of being extremely poor

In a sentence: "The poverty is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of POVERTY. It scores 15 points.

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Is POVERTY a Scrabble word?: POVERTY is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 15 points.
What does POVERTY mean?: the state of being extremely poor
How do you use POVERTY in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The poverty is noted."
How many points is POVERTY worth in Scrabble?: POVERTY is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept POVERTY?: POVERTY is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).