How many points is DEFLECTION worth in Scrabble?

DEFLECTION is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DEFLECTION?

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

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

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Scrabble Dictionary

16 pts

DEFLECTION is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 16 points. DEFLECTION means "an act of bending or turning away".

/dɪˈflɛkʃən/

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

an act of bending or turning away

In a sentence: "The deflection is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of DEFLECTION. It scores 16 points.

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

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

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Is DEFLECTION a Scrabble word?: DEFLECTION is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 16 points.
What does DEFLECTION mean?: an act of bending or turning away
How do you use DEFLECTION in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The deflection is noted."
How many points is DEFLECTION worth in Scrabble?: DEFLECTION is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DEFLECTION?: DEFLECTION is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to DEFLECTION?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes DEFLECTIONS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.