How many points is CRETIN worth in Scrabble?

CRETIN is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept CRETIN?

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

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

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8 pts

CRETIN is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 8 points. CRETIN means "insulting term for a stupid person".

/ˈkɹɛtɪn/

A person who fails to develop mentally and physically due to a congenital hypothyroidism.
(by extension) An idiot.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

insulting term for a stupid person

In a sentence: "The cretin is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of CRETIN. It scores 8 points.

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

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

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Is CRETIN a Scrabble word?: CRETIN is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 8 points.
What does CRETIN mean?: insulting term for a stupid person
How do you use CRETIN in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The cretin is noted."
How many points is CRETIN worth in Scrabble?: CRETIN is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept CRETIN?: CRETIN is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to CRETIN?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes CRETINS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.