How many points is CAREFUL worth in Scrabble?

CAREFUL is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept CAREFUL?

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

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CAREFUL is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points. CAREFUL means "cautious in attitude or action".

/ˈkɛːfəl/

Pronunciation: /ˈkɛ(ə)ɹfəl/

Taking care; attentive to potential danger, error or harm; cautious.
Example: He was a slow and careful driver.
Conscientious and painstaking; meticulous.
Example: They made a careful search of the crime scene.
Full of care or grief; sorrowful, sad.

Antonyms: careless

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adjective

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

cautious in attitude or action

In a sentence: "It is careful."

Check the Scrabble meaning of CAREFUL. It scores 12 points.

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

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Is CAREFUL a Scrabble word?: CAREFUL is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points.
What does CAREFUL mean?: cautious in attitude or action
How do you use CAREFUL in a sentence?: In a sentence: "It is careful."
How many points is CAREFUL worth in Scrabble?: CAREFUL is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept CAREFUL?: CAREFUL is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).