How many points is DOWNSIDE worth in Scrabble?

DOWNSIDE is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DOWNSIDE?

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

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

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13 pts

DOWNSIDE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 13 points. DOWNSIDE means "disadvantageous aspect of a situation".

/ˈdaʊnˌsaɪd/

Pronunciation: /ˈdaʊnˌsaɪd/

A disadvantageous aspect of something that is normally advantageous.
Example: The downside of obtaining a higher rank is that far more work is expected.
A downward tendency, especially in the price of shares etc.

Antonyms: upside

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

disadvantageous aspect of a situation

In a sentence: "The downside is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of DOWNSIDE. It scores 13 points.

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

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

= 13

Is DOWNSIDE a Scrabble word?: DOWNSIDE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 13 points.
What does DOWNSIDE mean?: disadvantageous aspect of a situation
How do you use DOWNSIDE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The downside is noted."
How many points is DOWNSIDE worth in Scrabble?: DOWNSIDE is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DOWNSIDE?: DOWNSIDE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to DOWNSIDE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes DOWNSIDES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.