How many points is AMBIENT worth in Scrabble?

AMBIENT is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept AMBIENT?

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

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

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Scrabble Dictionary

11 pts

AMBIENT is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 11 points. AMBIENT means "surrounding".

/ˈæm.biː.ənt/

Pronunciation: /ˈæm.biː.ənt/

Something that surrounds; encompassing material, substance or shape.
The atmosphere; the surrounding air or sky; atmospheric components collectively such as air, clouds, water vapour, hail, etc.
A type of modern music that creates a relaxing and peaceful atmosphere.

Synonyms: chillout

Encompassing on all sides; surrounding; encircling; enveloping.
Example: A cup of tea eventually cools to the ambient temperature.
Evoking or creating an atmosphere: atmospheric.
Relating to, or suitable for, storage at room temperature.
Example: ambient food

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adjective

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

surrounding

In a sentence: "It is ambient."

Check the Scrabble meaning of AMBIENT. It scores 11 points.

Add one letter after AMBIENT. Every word is valid in CSW24 (International).

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

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Is AMBIENT a Scrabble word?: AMBIENT is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 11 points.
What does AMBIENT mean?: surrounding
How do you use AMBIENT in a sentence?: In a sentence: "It is ambient."
How many points is AMBIENT worth in Scrabble?: AMBIENT is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept AMBIENT?: AMBIENT is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to AMBIENT?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes AMBIENTS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.