How many points is BRILLIANT worth in Scrabble?

BRILLIANT is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept BRILLIANT?

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

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

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Scrabble Dictionary

11 pts

BRILLIANT is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 11 points. BRILLIANT means "shining with light".

/ˈbɹɪljənt/

Pronunciation: /ˈbɹɪljənt/

A finely cut gemstone, especially a diamond, cut in a particular form with numerous facets so as to maximize light return through the top (called "table") of the stone.
The size of type between excelsior and diamond, standardized as 4-point.
Most hummingbird species of the genus Heliodoxa.

Shining brightly.
Example: the brilliant lights along the promenade
(of a colour) Both bright and saturated.
Example: butterflies with brilliant blue wings
(of a voice or sound) Having a sharp, clear tone

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adjective

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

shining with light

In a sentence: "It is brilliant."

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

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

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

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