How many points is DEFICIT worth in Scrabble?

DEFICIT is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DEFICIT?

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

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

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13 pts

DEFICIT is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 13 points. DEFICIT means "amount by which a sum of money is too small".

/ˈdɛfɪsɪt/

Synonyms: fiscal deficit, shortfall

Antonyms: superavit

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

amount by which a sum of money is too small

In a sentence: "The deficit is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of DEFICIT. It scores 13 points.

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

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

= 13

Is DEFICIT a Scrabble word?: DEFICIT is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 13 points.
What does DEFICIT mean?: amount by which a sum of money is too small
How do you use DEFICIT in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The deficit is noted."
How many points is DEFICIT worth in Scrabble?: DEFICIT is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DEFICIT?: DEFICIT is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to DEFICIT?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes DEFICITS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.