How many points is SELECTIVE worth in Scrabble?

SELECTIVE is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept SELECTIVE?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

SELECTIVE

14 pts

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

Meaning & examples

/səˈlɛktɪv/

adjective

Of or relating to the process of selection.
Of or relating to natural selection.
Example: selective pressure
(of a person) choosy, fussy or discriminating when selecting.
Example: He's very selective and spent hours in the store choosing a new shirt.

Definitions and examples via Free Dictionary API. Word-game validity is checked separately against NWL2023 and CSW24.

Entry sources: en.wiktionary.org

Text licenses: CC BY-SA 3.0

Loading examples and pronunciation…

adjective

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

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

In a sentence: "It is selective."

Share SELECTIVE

Check the Scrabble meaning of SELECTIVE. It scores 14 points.

Related words

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 14

SELECTIVE Scrabble FAQ

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