How many points is STRIDENT worth in Scrabble?

STRIDENT is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept STRIDENT?

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

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STRIDENT

9 pts

STRIDENT is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points. STRIDENT is a adjective form of shrill. SHRILL means "having a high-pitched and piercing quality".

Meaning & examples

/ˈstɹaɪ.dənt/

Pronunciation: /ˈstɹaɪ.dənt/

Audio source

noun

One of a class of s-like fricatives produced by an airstream directed at the upper teeth.

adjective

Loud; shrill, piercing, high-pitched; rough-sounding
Example: The trumpet sounded strident against the string orchestra.
Grating or obnoxious
Example: The artist chose a strident mixture of colors.
Vigorous; making strides

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adjective

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

STRIDENT is a adjective form of shrill. SHRILL means "having a high-pitched and piercing quality".

In a sentence: "It is strident."

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SHRILL9 pts

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Letter Values

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STRIDENT Scrabble FAQ

Is STRIDENT a Scrabble word?: STRIDENT is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points.
What does STRIDENT mean?: STRIDENT is a adjective form of shrill. SHRILL means "having a high-pitched and piercing quality".
How do you use STRIDENT in a sentence?: In a sentence: "It is strident."
How many points is STRIDENT worth in Scrabble?: STRIDENT is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept STRIDENT?: STRIDENT is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).