How many points is RECEPTIVE worth in Scrabble?

RECEPTIVE is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept RECEPTIVE?

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

Can you add a letter to RECEPTIVE?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

RECEPTIVE

16 pts

RECEPTIVE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 16 points. RECEPTIVE is listed as a playable Scrabble word, but this lexicon entry has no definition text.

Meaning & examples

/ɹɪˈsɛptɪv/

Pronunciation: /ɹɪˈsɛptɪv/

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adjective

Capable of receiving something
Ready to receive new ideas or concepts

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adjective

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

RECEPTIVE is listed as a playable Scrabble word, but this lexicon entry has no definition text.

In a sentence: "It is receptive."

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

Related words

Front hooks

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

PRECEPTIVE19 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 16

RECEPTIVE Scrabble FAQ

Is RECEPTIVE a Scrabble word?: RECEPTIVE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 16 points.
What does RECEPTIVE mean?: RECEPTIVE is listed as a playable Scrabble word, but this lexicon entry has no definition text.
How do you use RECEPTIVE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "It is receptive."
How many points is RECEPTIVE worth in Scrabble?: RECEPTIVE is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept RECEPTIVE?: RECEPTIVE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to RECEPTIVE?: In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes PRECEPTIVE. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.