How many points is SCARED worth in Scrabble?

SCARED is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept SCARED?

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

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

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SCARED is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points. SCARED is a adjective form of afraid. AFRAID means "filled with apprehension".

/skɛəd/

Pronunciation: /skɛəd/

Pronunciation: /skɛəɹd/

To frighten, terrify, startle, especially in a minor way.
Example: Did it scare you when I said "Boo!"?

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adjective

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

SCARED is a adjective form of afraid. AFRAID means "filled with apprehension".

In a sentence: "It is scared."

Check the Scrabble meaning of SCARED. It scores 9 points.

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Is SCARED a Scrabble word?: SCARED is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points.
What does SCARED mean?: SCARED is a adjective form of afraid. AFRAID means "filled with apprehension".
How do you use SCARED in a sentence?: In a sentence: "It is scared."
How many points is SCARED worth in Scrabble?: SCARED is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept SCARED?: SCARED is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to SCARED?: In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes ASCARED. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.