How many points is STEROID worth in Scrabble?

STEROID is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept STEROID?

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

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

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8 pts

STEROID is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 8 points. STEROID means "a type of chemical compound".

/ˈstɛɹɔɪd/

Pronunciation: /ˈstɛɹɔɪd/

A class of organic compounds having a structure of 17 carbon atoms arranged in four rings; they are lipids, and occur naturally as sterols, bile acids, adrenal and sex hormones, and some vitamins; many drugs are synthetic steroids.
Any anabolic hormone used to promote muscle growth.
Any chemical compound used to enhance athletic performance.

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

a type of chemical compound

In a sentence: "The steroid is noted."

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

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Is STEROID a Scrabble word?: STEROID is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 8 points.
What does STEROID mean?: a type of chemical compound
How do you use STEROID in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The steroid is noted."
How many points is STEROID worth in Scrabble?: STEROID is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept STEROID?: STEROID is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to STEROID?: In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes ASTEROID. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.