How many points is PYORRHEA worth in Scrabble?

PYORRHEA is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept PYORRHEA?

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

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

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16 pts

PYORRHEA is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 16 points. PYORRHEA means "a discharge of pus".

An inflammation of the gums in which the teeth become loose; chronic periodontitis.
A discharge of pus.

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

a discharge of pus

In a sentence: "The pyorrhea is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of PYORRHEA. It scores 16 points.

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

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

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Is PYORRHEA a Scrabble word?: PYORRHEA is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 16 points.
What does PYORRHEA mean?: a discharge of pus
How do you use PYORRHEA in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The pyorrhea is noted."
How many points is PYORRHEA worth in Scrabble?: PYORRHEA is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept PYORRHEA?: PYORRHEA is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to PYORRHEA?: In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes PYORRHEAL. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.