How many points is COMPULSION worth in Scrabble?

COMPULSION is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept COMPULSION?

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

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

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Scrabble Dictionary

16 pts

COMPULSION is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 16 points. COMPULSION means "an act of compelling".

/kəmˈpʌl.ʃən/

An irrational need or irresistible urge to perform some action, often despite negative consequences.
Example: During the basketball game, I had a sudden compulsion to have a smoke.
The use of authority, influence, or other power to force (compel) a person or persons to act.
The lawful use of violence (i.e. by the administration).

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

an act of compelling

In a sentence: "The compulsion is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of COMPULSION. It scores 16 points.

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

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

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Is COMPULSION a Scrabble word?: COMPULSION is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 16 points.
What does COMPULSION mean?: an act of compelling
How do you use COMPULSION in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The compulsion is noted."
How many points is COMPULSION worth in Scrabble?: COMPULSION is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept COMPULSION?: COMPULSION is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to COMPULSION?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes COMPULSIONS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.