How many points is DEFECTION worth in Scrabble?

DEFECTION is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DEFECTION?

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

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

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Scrabble Dictionary

15 pts

DEFECTION is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 15 points. DEFECTION means "act or an instance of defecting".

/dɪˈfɛkʃən/

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

act or an instance of defecting

In a sentence: "The defection is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of DEFECTION. It scores 15 points.

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

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

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Is DEFECTION a Scrabble word?: DEFECTION is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 15 points.
What does DEFECTION mean?: act or an instance of defecting
How do you use DEFECTION in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The defection is noted."
How many points is DEFECTION worth in Scrabble?: DEFECTION is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DEFECTION?: DEFECTION is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to DEFECTION?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes DEFECTIONS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.