How many points is SINISTER worth in Scrabble?

SINISTER is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept SINISTER?

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

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8 pts

SINISTER is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 8 points. SINISTER means "threatening or portending evil".

/ˈsɪnɪstə/

Pronunciation

Inauspicious, ominous, unlucky, illegitimate (as in bar sinister).
Evil or seemingly evil; indicating lurking danger or harm.
Example: sinister influences
Of the left side.

Antonyms: dexter

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adjective

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

threatening or portending evil

In a sentence: "It is sinister."

Check the Scrabble meaning of SINISTER. It scores 8 points.

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Is SINISTER a Scrabble word?: SINISTER is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 8 points.
What does SINISTER mean?: threatening or portending evil
How do you use SINISTER in a sentence?: In a sentence: "It is sinister."
How many points is SINISTER worth in Scrabble?: SINISTER is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept SINISTER?: SINISTER is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).