How many points is SYLLEPSIS worth in Scrabble?

SYLLEPSIS is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept SYLLEPSIS?

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

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SYLLEPSIS

14 pts

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

Meaning & examples

/sɪˈlɛp.sɪs/

noun

A figure of speech in which one word simultaneously modifies two or more other words such that the modification must be understood differently with respect to each modified word; often causing humorous incongruity.
Growth in which lateral branches develop from a lateral meristem, without the formation of a bud or period of dormancy, when the lateral meristem is split from a terminal meristem.

Antonyms: prolepsis

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

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

In a sentence: "The syllepsis is noted."

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Word forms

SYLLEPSES14 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 14

SYLLEPSIS Scrabble FAQ

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