How many points is SAVAGE worth in Scrabble?

SAVAGE is worth 10 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept SAVAGE?

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

Can you add a letter to SAVAGE?

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

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SAVAGE

10 pts

SAVAGE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 10 points. SAVAGE is a adjective form of fierce. FIERCE means "violently hostile or aggressive".

Meaning & examples

/ˈsævɪdʒ/

Pronunciation: /ˈsævɪdʒ/

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noun

An uncivilized or feral human; a barbarian.
A defiant person.

verb

To attack or assault someone or something ferociously or without restraint.
Example: No matter how anyone might savage me, I should stay strong.
To criticise vehemently.
Example: His latest film was savaged by most reviewers.
(of an animal) To attack with the teeth.

adjective

Wild; not cultivated.
Example: a savage wilderness
Barbaric; not civilized.
Example: savage manners
Fierce and ferocious.
Example: a savage spirit

Synonyms: wicked

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adjective

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

SAVAGE is a adjective form of fierce. FIERCE means "violently hostile or aggressive".

In a sentence: "It is savage."

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SAVAGE Scrabble FAQ

Is SAVAGE a Scrabble word?: SAVAGE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 10 points.
What does SAVAGE mean?: SAVAGE is a adjective form of fierce. FIERCE means "violently hostile or aggressive".
How do you use SAVAGE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "It is savage."
How many points is SAVAGE worth in Scrabble?: SAVAGE is worth 10 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept SAVAGE?: SAVAGE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to SAVAGE?: In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes SAVAGED, SAVAGES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.