How many points is DEVELOPMENT worth in Scrabble?

DEVELOPMENT is worth 19 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DEVELOPMENT?

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

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

19 pts

DEVELOPMENT is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 19 points. DEVELOPMENT means "the act of developing".

/dɪˈvɛləpmənt/

Pronunciation: /dɪˈvɛləpmənt/

The process of developing; growth, directed change.
Example: The development of this story has been slow.
The process by which a mature multicellular organism or part of an organism is produced by the addition of new cells.
Example: The organism has reached a crucial stage in its development.
Something which has developed.
Example: Our news team brings you the latest developments.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

the act of developing

In a sentence: "The development is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of DEVELOPMENT. It scores 19 points.

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

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

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Is DEVELOPMENT a Scrabble word?: DEVELOPMENT is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 19 points.
What does DEVELOPMENT mean?: the act of developing
How do you use DEVELOPMENT in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The development is noted."
How many points is DEVELOPMENT worth in Scrabble?: DEVELOPMENT is worth 19 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DEVELOPMENT?: DEVELOPMENT is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to DEVELOPMENT?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes DEVELOPMENTS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.