How many points is CORNERSTONE worth in Scrabble?

CORNERSTONE is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept CORNERSTONE?

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

Can you add a letter to CORNERSTONE?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

CORNERSTONE

13 pts

CORNERSTONE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 13 points. CORNERSTONE means "a stone forming a part of a corner or angle in a wall".

Meaning & examples

noun

A stone forming the base at the corner of a building.
Such a stone used ceremonially, often inscribed with the architect's and owner's names, dates and other details.
Example: The cornerstone on the Flatiron Building is set on the Fifth Avenue facade.
That which is prominent, fundamental, noteworthy, or central.
Example: Exceptional service is the cornerstone of the hospitality industry.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

a stone forming a part of a corner or angle in a wall

In a sentence: "The cornerstone is noted."

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Back hooks

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CORNERSTONES14 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 13

CORNERSTONE Scrabble FAQ

Is CORNERSTONE a Scrabble word?: CORNERSTONE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 13 points.
What does CORNERSTONE mean?: a stone forming a part of a corner or angle in a wall
How do you use CORNERSTONE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The cornerstone is noted."
How many points is CORNERSTONE worth in Scrabble?: CORNERSTONE is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept CORNERSTONE?: CORNERSTONE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to CORNERSTONE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes CORNERSTONES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.