How many points is RECESSIVE worth in Scrabble?

RECESSIVE is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept RECESSIVE?

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

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RECESSIVE

14 pts

RECESSIVE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 14 points. RECESSIVE is listed as a playable Scrabble word, but this lexicon entry has no definition text.

Meaning & examples

noun

A gene that is recessive.

adjective

Going back; receding.
Able to be masked by a dominant allele or trait.
(by extension) Not dominant; whose effect is masked by stronger effects.

Antonyms: dominant

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

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

In a sentence: "The recessive is noted."

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Word forms

RECESSIVES15 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

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RECESSIVE Scrabble FAQ

Is RECESSIVE a Scrabble word?: RECESSIVE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 14 points.
What does RECESSIVE mean?: RECESSIVE is listed as a playable Scrabble word, but this lexicon entry has no definition text.
How do you use RECESSIVE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The recessive is noted."
How many points is RECESSIVE worth in Scrabble?: RECESSIVE is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept RECESSIVE?: RECESSIVE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).