How many points is DEFY worth in Scrabble?

DEFY is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DEFY?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

11 pts

DEFY is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 11 points. DEFY means "resist openly and boldly".

/dɪˈfaɪ/

Pronunciation

To challenge (someone) or brave (a hazard or opposition).
Example: to defy an enemy; to defy the power of a magistrate; to defy the arguments of an opponent; to defy public opinion
To refuse to obey.
Example: If you defy your teacher you may end up in detention.
To not conform to or follow a pattern, set of rules or expectations.

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verb

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

resist openly and boldly

In a sentence: "They defy."

Check the Scrabble meaning of DEFY. It scores 11 points.

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

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Is DEFY a Scrabble word?: DEFY is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 11 points.
What does DEFY mean?: resist openly and boldly
How do you use DEFY in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They defy."
How many points is DEFY worth in Scrabble?: DEFY is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DEFY?: DEFY is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).