How many points is ANESTHETIC worth in Scrabble?

ANESTHETIC is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept ANESTHETIC?

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

Can you add a letter to ANESTHETIC?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

ANESTHETIC

15 pts

ANESTHETIC is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 15 points. ANESTHETIC is a adjective form of anaesthetic. ANAESTHETIC means "taking away sensation".

Meaning & examples

/ˌænəsˈtɛtɪk/

Pronunciation: /ˌænəsˈtɛtɪk/

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noun

A substance administered to reduce the perception of pain or to induce numbness for surgery and may render the recipient unconscious.

adjective

Causing anesthesia; reducing pain sensitivity.
Insensate: unable to feel, or unconscious.

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adjective

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Definition and meaning

ANESTHETIC is a adjective form of anaesthetic. ANAESTHETIC means "taking away sensation".

In a sentence: "It is anesthetic."

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Base words

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ANAESTHETIC16 pts

Back hooks

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

ANESTHETICS16 pts

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Letter Values

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ANESTHETIC Scrabble FAQ

Is ANESTHETIC a Scrabble word?: ANESTHETIC is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 15 points.
What does ANESTHETIC mean?: ANESTHETIC is a adjective form of anaesthetic. ANAESTHETIC means "taking away sensation".
How do you use ANESTHETIC in a sentence?: In a sentence: "It is anesthetic."
How many points is ANESTHETIC worth in Scrabble?: ANESTHETIC is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept ANESTHETIC?: ANESTHETIC is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to ANESTHETIC?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes ANESTHETICS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.