How many points is RANSOMWARE worth in Scrabble?

RANSOMWARE is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept RANSOMWARE?

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

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RANSOMWARE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 15 points. RANSOMWARE means "malware that holds encrypted data for ransom".

Malware that holds the data of a computer user for ransom, usually requiring or claiming to require payment to restore access.
Software that is released as open source only in exchange for payment.

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

malware that holds encrypted data for ransom

In a sentence: "The ransomware is noted."

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

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Is RANSOMWARE a Scrabble word?: RANSOMWARE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 15 points.
What does RANSOMWARE mean?: malware that holds encrypted data for ransom
How do you use RANSOMWARE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The ransomware is noted."
How many points is RANSOMWARE worth in Scrabble?: RANSOMWARE is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept RANSOMWARE?: RANSOMWARE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).