How many points is SPECIOUS worth in Scrabble?

SPECIOUS is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept SPECIOUS?

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

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SPECIOUS is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points. SPECIOUS means "having a false look of truth or authenticity".

/ˈspiːʃəs/

Pronunciation: /ˈspiːʃəs/

Seemingly well-reasoned, plausible or true, but actually fallacious.
Example: This idea that we must see through what we have started is specious, however good it may sound.
Employing fallacious but deceptively plausible arguments; deceitful.
Having an attractive appearance intended to generate a favorable response; deceptively attractive.

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adjective

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

having a false look of truth or authenticity

In a sentence: "It is specious."

Check the Scrabble meaning of SPECIOUS. It scores 12 points.

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

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Is SPECIOUS a Scrabble word?: SPECIOUS is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points.
What does SPECIOUS mean?: having a false look of truth or authenticity
How do you use SPECIOUS in a sentence?: In a sentence: "It is specious."
How many points is SPECIOUS worth in Scrabble?: SPECIOUS is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept SPECIOUS?: SPECIOUS is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).