How many points is DESERVE worth in Scrabble?

DESERVE is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DESERVE?

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

Can you add a letter to DESERVE?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

DESERVE

11 pts

DESERVE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 11 points. DESERVE means "be entitled to or worthy of".

Meaning & examples

/dɪˈzɜːv/

Pronunciation: /dɪˈzɝv/

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verb

To be entitled to, as a result of past actions; to be worthy to have.
Example: After playing so well, the team really deserved their win.
To earn, win.
To reward, to give in return for service.

Synonyms: merit

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verb

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

be entitled to or worthy of

In a sentence: "They deserve."

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Back hooks

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Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 11

DESERVE Scrabble FAQ

Is DESERVE a Scrabble word?: DESERVE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 11 points.
What does DESERVE mean?: be entitled to or worthy of
How do you use DESERVE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They deserve."
How many points is DESERVE worth in Scrabble?: DESERVE is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DESERVE?: DESERVE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to DESERVE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes DESERVED, DESERVER, DESERVES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.