How many points is COMPETENT worth in Scrabble?

COMPETENT is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept COMPETENT?

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

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Scrabble Dictionary

COMPETENT

15 pts

COMPETENT is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 15 points. COMPETENT means "having the skill or knowledge to do something well".

Meaning & examples

/ˈkɒmpətənt/

Pronunciation: /ˈkɒmpətənt/

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adjective

Having sufficient skill, knowledge, ability, or qualifications.
Example: He is a competent skier and an expert snowboarder.
Having jurisdiction or authority over a particular issue or question.
Example: For any disagreements arising from this contract, the competent court shall be the Springfield Circuit Court.
Adequate for the purpose

Antonyms: incompetent

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adjective

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

having the skill or knowledge to do something well

In a sentence: "It is competent."

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Letter Values

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COMPETENT Scrabble FAQ

Is COMPETENT a Scrabble word?: COMPETENT is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 15 points.
What does COMPETENT mean?: having the skill or knowledge to do something well
How do you use COMPETENT in a sentence?: In a sentence: "It is competent."
How many points is COMPETENT worth in Scrabble?: COMPETENT is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept COMPETENT?: COMPETENT is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).