How many points is CATASTROPHE worth in Scrabble?

CATASTROPHE is worth 18 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept CATASTROPHE?

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

Can you add a letter to CATASTROPHE?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

CATASTROPHE

18 pts

CATASTROPHE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 18 points. CATASTROPHE means "the final event of the dramatic action especially of a tragedy".

Meaning & examples

/kəˈtæstɹəfi/

Pronunciation: /kəˈtæstɹəfi/

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noun

Any large and disastrous event of great significance
A disaster beyond expectations
The dramatic event that initiates the resolution of the plot; the dénouement

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

the final event of the dramatic action especially of a tragedy

In a sentence: "The catastrophe is noted."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of CATASTROPHE. It scores 18 points.

Back hooks

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CATASTROPHES19 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 18

CATASTROPHE Scrabble FAQ

Is CATASTROPHE a Scrabble word?: CATASTROPHE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 18 points.
What does CATASTROPHE mean?: the final event of the dramatic action especially of a tragedy
How do you use CATASTROPHE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The catastrophe is noted."
How many points is CATASTROPHE worth in Scrabble?: CATASTROPHE is worth 18 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept CATASTROPHE?: CATASTROPHE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to CATASTROPHE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes CATASTROPHES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.