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DEFENDANT

14 pts

DEFENDANT is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 14 points. DEFENDANT means "person accused of a crime".

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

person accused of a crime

In a sentence: "The defendant is noted."

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

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

D2
E1
F4
E1
N1
D2
A1
N1
T1
= 14

DEFENDANT Scrabble FAQ

Is DEFENDANT a Scrabble word?
DEFENDANT is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 14 points.
What does DEFENDANT mean?
person accused of a crime
How do you use DEFENDANT in a sentence?
In a sentence: "The defendant is noted."
How many points is DEFENDANT worth in Scrabble?
DEFENDANT is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DEFENDANT?
DEFENDANT is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to DEFENDANT?
In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes DEFENDANTS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.