How many points is SALIENT worth in Scrabble?

SALIENT is worth 7 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept SALIENT?

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

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SALIENT is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 7 points. SALIENT means "the part of a fortification projecting closest to the enemy".

/ˈseɪ.li.ənt/

Pronunciation

An outwardly projecting part of a fortification, trench system, or line of defense.

Worthy of note; pertinent or relevant.
Example: The article is not exhaustive, but it covers the salient points pretty well.
Prominent; conspicuous.
(usually of a quadruped) Depicted in a leaping posture.
Example: a lion salient

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

the part of a fortification projecting closest to the enemy

In a sentence: "The salient is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of SALIENT. It scores 7 points.

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Is SALIENT a Scrabble word?: SALIENT is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 7 points.
What does SALIENT mean?: the part of a fortification projecting closest to the enemy
How do you use SALIENT in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The salient is noted."
How many points is SALIENT worth in Scrabble?: SALIENT is worth 7 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept SALIENT?: SALIENT is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).