How many points is CAUSE worth in Scrabble?

CAUSE is worth 7 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept CAUSE?

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

Can you add a letter to CAUSE?

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

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Scrabble Dictionary

CAUSE

7 pts

CAUSE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 7 points. CAUSE means "something that produces a particular effect".

Meaning & examples

/kɔːz/

Pronunciation: /kɔz/

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noun

(often with of, typically of adverse results) The source of, or reason for, an event or action; that which produces or effects a result.
Example: They identified a burst pipe as the cause of the flooding.
(especially with for and a bare noun) Sufficient reason for a state, as of emotion.
Example: The end of the war was a cause for celebration.
A goal, aim or principle, especially one which transcends purely selfish ends.

Synonyms: grounds, justification

verb

To set off an event or action.
Example: The lightning caused thunder.
(ditransitive) To actively produce as a result, by means of force or authority.
Example: His dogged determination caused the fundraising to be successful.
To assign or show cause; to give a reason; to make excuse.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

something that produces a particular effect

In a sentence: "The cause is noted."

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Letter Values

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CAUSE Scrabble FAQ

Is CAUSE a Scrabble word?: CAUSE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 7 points.
What does CAUSE mean?: something that produces a particular effect
How do you use CAUSE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The cause is noted."
How many points is CAUSE worth in Scrabble?: CAUSE is worth 7 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept CAUSE?: CAUSE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to CAUSE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes CAUSED, CAUSEN, CAUSER, CAUSES, CAUSEY. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.