How many points is DEMERIT worth in Scrabble?

DEMERIT is worth 10 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DEMERIT?

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

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

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10 pts

DEMERIT is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 10 points. DEMERIT means "fault, disadvantage".

/dɪˈmɛrɪt/

A quality of being inadequate; a fault; a disadvantage
A mark given for bad conduct to a person attending an educational institution or serving in the army.
That which one merits or deserves, either of good or ill; desert.

Synonyms: discredit

Antonyms: merit

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

fault, disadvantage

In a sentence: "The demerit is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of DEMERIT. It scores 10 points.

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Is DEMERIT a Scrabble word?: DEMERIT is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 10 points.
What does DEMERIT mean?: fault, disadvantage
How do you use DEMERIT in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The demerit is noted."
How many points is DEMERIT worth in Scrabble?: DEMERIT is worth 10 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DEMERIT?: DEMERIT is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to DEMERIT?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes DEMERITS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.