How many points is CAVILLING worth in Scrabble?

CAVILLING is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept CAVILLING?

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

Can you add a letter to CAVILLING?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

CAVILLING

15 pts

CAVILLING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 15 points. CAVILLING is a verb form of cavil. CAVIL means "make petty objections".

Meaning & examples

verb

To criticise for petty or frivolous reasons.

Synonyms: be hypercritical, nitpick, pettifog, split hairs

noun

Cavillation

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verb

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

CAVILLING is a verb form of cavil. CAVIL means "make petty objections".

In a sentence: "They cavilling."

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Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

CAVIL10 pts

Back hooks

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

CAVILLINGS16 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 15

CAVILLING Scrabble FAQ

Is CAVILLING a Scrabble word?: CAVILLING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 15 points.
What does CAVILLING mean?: CAVILLING is a verb form of cavil. CAVIL means "make petty objections".
How do you use CAVILLING in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They cavilling."
How many points is CAVILLING worth in Scrabble?: CAVILLING is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept CAVILLING?: CAVILLING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to CAVILLING?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes CAVILLINGS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.