How many points is ABSTAIN worth in Scrabble?

ABSTAIN is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept ABSTAIN?

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

In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes ABSTAINS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

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9 pts

ABSTAIN is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points. ABSTAIN means "choose not to do something".

/əbˈsteɪn/

Pronunciation: /əbˈsteɪn/

Keep or withhold oneself.
Refrain from (something or doing something); keep from doing, especially an indulgence.
Example: In order to improve his health, Rob decided to abstain from smoking.
Fast (not eat for a period).

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verb

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

choose not to do something

In a sentence: "They abstain."

Check the Scrabble meaning of ABSTAIN. It scores 9 points.

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Is ABSTAIN a Scrabble word?: ABSTAIN is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points.
What does ABSTAIN mean?: choose not to do something
How do you use ABSTAIN in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They abstain."
How many points is ABSTAIN worth in Scrabble?: ABSTAIN is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept ABSTAIN?: ABSTAIN is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to ABSTAIN?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes ABSTAINS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.