How many points is CRITERIA worth in Scrabble?

CRITERIA is worth 10 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept CRITERIA?

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

Can you add a letter to CRITERIA?

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

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CRITERIA

10 pts

CRITERIA is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 10 points. CRITERIA is a noun form of criterion. CRITERION means "standard of judgment".

Meaning & examples

/kɹaɪˈtɪəɹ.i.ə/

noun

A single criterion.

noun

A standard or test by which individual things or people may be compared and judged.
Example: Criterion of choice, of decision, of selection

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

CRITERIA is a noun form of criterion. CRITERION means "standard of judgment".

In a sentence: "The criteria is noted."

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Base words

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CRITERION11 pts

Back hooks

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CRITERIAL11 pts

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Letter Values

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CRITERIA Scrabble FAQ

Is CRITERIA a Scrabble word?: CRITERIA is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 10 points.
What does CRITERIA mean?: CRITERIA is a noun form of criterion. CRITERION means "standard of judgment".
How do you use CRITERIA in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The criteria is noted."
How many points is CRITERIA worth in Scrabble?: CRITERIA is worth 10 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept CRITERIA?: CRITERIA is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to CRITERIA?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes CRITERIAL. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.