How many points is CONTEXT worth in Scrabble?

CONTEXT is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept CONTEXT?

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

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

16 pts

CONTEXT is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 16 points. CONTEXT means "circumstances of an event or fact".

/ˈkɒntɛkst/

Pronunciation: /ˈkɒntɛkst/

The surroundings, circumstances, environment, background or settings that determine, specify, or clarify the meaning of an event or other occurrence.
Example: In what context did your attack on him happen? - We had a pretty tense relationship at the time, and when he insulted me I snapped.
The text in which a word or passage appears and which helps ascertain its meaning.
Example: Without any context, I can't tell you if the "dish" refers to the food, or the thing you eat it on.
The surroundings and environment in which an artifact is found and which may provide important clues about the artifact's function and/or cultural meaning.

Antonyms: isolation

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

circumstances of an event or fact

In a sentence: "The context is noted."

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

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

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

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