How many points is CACOETHES worth in Scrabble?

CACOETHES is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept CACOETHES?

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

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CACOETHES

16 pts

CACOETHES is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 16 points. CACOETHES means "uncontrollable urge or desire, esp for something harmful".

Meaning & examples

/ˌkakəʊˈiːθiːz/

noun

Compulsion; mania.
A bad quality or disposition in a disease; a malignant tumour or ulcer.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

uncontrollable urge or desire, esp for something harmful

In a sentence: "The cacoethes is noted."

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Letter Values

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CACOETHES Scrabble FAQ

Is CACOETHES a Scrabble word?: CACOETHES is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 16 points.
What does CACOETHES mean?: uncontrollable urge or desire, esp for something harmful
How do you use CACOETHES in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The cacoethes is noted."
How many points is CACOETHES worth in Scrabble?: CACOETHES is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept CACOETHES?: CACOETHES is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).