How many points is DETRIMENTAL worth in Scrabble?

DETRIMENTAL is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DETRIMENTAL?

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

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

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14 pts

DETRIMENTAL is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 14 points. DETRIMENTAL means "harmful".

/ˌdɛtɹɪˈmɛntəl/

Causing damage or harm.
Example: Smoking tobacco can be detrimental to your health.

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adjective

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

harmful

In a sentence: "It is detrimental."

Check the Scrabble meaning of DETRIMENTAL. It scores 14 points.

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

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

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Is DETRIMENTAL a Scrabble word?: DETRIMENTAL is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 14 points.
What does DETRIMENTAL mean?: harmful
How do you use DETRIMENTAL in a sentence?: In a sentence: "It is detrimental."
How many points is DETRIMENTAL worth in Scrabble?: DETRIMENTAL is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DETRIMENTAL?: DETRIMENTAL is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to DETRIMENTAL?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes DETRIMENTALS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.