How many points is RHETORICAL worth in Scrabble?

RHETORICAL is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept RHETORICAL?

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

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RHETORICAL

15 pts

RHETORICAL is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 15 points. RHETORICAL means "pertaining to rhetoric. RHETORIC means "the study of effective speech and writing".".

Meaning & examples

/ɹəˈtɒɹ.ɪ.kəl/

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adjective

Part of or similar to rhetoric, the use of language as a means to persuade.
Example: A rhetorical question is one used merely to make a point, with no response expected.
Not earnest, or presented only for the purpose of an argument.

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adjective

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

pertaining to rhetoric. RHETORIC means "the study of effective speech and writing".

In a sentence: "It is rhetorical."

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Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

RHETORIC13 pts

Related words

RHETORICALLY20 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

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RHETORICAL Scrabble FAQ

Is RHETORICAL a Scrabble word?: RHETORICAL is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 15 points.
What does RHETORICAL mean?: pertaining to rhetoric. RHETORIC means "the study of effective speech and writing".
How do you use RHETORICAL in a sentence?: In a sentence: "It is rhetorical."
How many points is RHETORICAL worth in Scrabble?: RHETORICAL is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept RHETORICAL?: RHETORICAL is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).