How many points is DEADBEAT worth in Scrabble?

DEADBEAT is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DEADBEAT?

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

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

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12 pts

DEADBEAT is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points. DEADBEAT means "lazy useless person".

/ˈdɛdbiːt/

A lazy and/or irresponsible person who is often unemployed, often depending upon wealthy or otherwise financially independent people for support.
A person who defaults on debts.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

lazy useless person

In a sentence: "The deadbeat is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of DEADBEAT. It scores 12 points.

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

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

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Is DEADBEAT a Scrabble word?: DEADBEAT is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points.
What does DEADBEAT mean?: lazy useless person
How do you use DEADBEAT in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The deadbeat is noted."
How many points is DEADBEAT worth in Scrabble?: DEADBEAT is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DEADBEAT?: DEADBEAT is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to DEADBEAT?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes DEADBEATS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.