How many points is COMPEL worth in Scrabble?

COMPEL is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept COMPEL?

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

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

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Scrabble Dictionary

12 pts

COMPEL is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points. COMPEL means "force (to be or do)".

/kəmˈpɛl/

Pronunciation: /kəmˈpɛl/

To drive together, round up
To overpower; to subdue.
To force, constrain or coerce.
Example: Logic compels the wise, while fools feel compelled by emotions.

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verb

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

force (to be or do)

In a sentence: "They compel."

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

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

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

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Is COMPEL a Scrabble word?: COMPEL is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points.
What does COMPEL mean?: force (to be or do)
How do you use COMPEL in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They compel."
How many points is COMPEL worth in Scrabble?: COMPEL is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept COMPEL?: COMPEL is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to COMPEL?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes COMPELS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.