How many points is DESPOT worth in Scrabble?

DESPOT is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DESPOT?

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

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

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Scrabble Dictionary

9 pts

DESPOT is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points. DESPOT means "person in power who acts unfairly or cruelly".

/ˈdɛs.pɒt/

Pronunciation

A ruler with absolute power; a tyrant.
A title awarded to senior members of the imperial family in the late Byzantine Empire, and claimed by various independent or semi-autonomous rulers in the Balkans (12th to 15th centuries)

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

person in power who acts unfairly or cruelly

In a sentence: "The despot is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of DESPOT. It scores 9 points.

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

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Is DESPOT a Scrabble word?: DESPOT is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points.
What does DESPOT mean?: person in power who acts unfairly or cruelly
How do you use DESPOT in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The despot is noted."
How many points is DESPOT worth in Scrabble?: DESPOT is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DESPOT?: DESPOT is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to DESPOT?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes DESPOTS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.