How many points is BRAINSTORM worth in Scrabble?

BRAINSTORM is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept BRAINSTORM?

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

Can you add a letter to BRAINSTORM?

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

Scrabble

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BRAINSTORM

14 pts

BRAINSTORM is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 14 points. BRAINSTORM is a noun form of brainwave. BRAINWAVE means "sudden idea".

Meaning & examples

/ˈbɹeɪnstɔː(ɹ)m/

Pronunciation: /ˈbɹeɪnstɔː(ɹ)m/

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noun

A sudden thought, particularly one that solves a long-standing problem.
Example: I had been working on the problem for weeks, and then I had a brainstorm and saw that the solution was easy.
A session of brainstorming, investigating a problem to try to find solutions.
An unexpected mental error.

Synonyms: brainwave

verb

To investigate something, or solve a problem using brainstorming.
To participate in a brainstorming session.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

BRAINSTORM is a noun form of brainwave. BRAINWAVE means "sudden idea".

In a sentence: "The brainstorm is noted."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of BRAINSTORM. It scores 14 points.

Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

BRAINWAVE17 pts

Back hooks

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

BRAINSTORMS15 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 14

BRAINSTORM Scrabble FAQ

Is BRAINSTORM a Scrabble word?: BRAINSTORM is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 14 points.
What does BRAINSTORM mean?: BRAINSTORM is a noun form of brainwave. BRAINWAVE means "sudden idea".
How do you use BRAINSTORM in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The brainstorm is noted."
How many points is BRAINSTORM worth in Scrabble?: BRAINSTORM is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept BRAINSTORM?: BRAINSTORM is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to BRAINSTORM?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes BRAINSTORMS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.