How many points is EPHEMERAL worth in Scrabble?

EPHEMERAL is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept EPHEMERAL?

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

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

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16 pts

EPHEMERAL is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 16 points. EPHEMERAL means "short-lived".

/əˈfɛ.mə.ɹəl/

Pronunciation: /əˈfɛ.mə.ɹəl/

Synonyms: ephemeron

Lasting for a short period of time.
Existing for only one day, as with some flowers, insects, and diseases.
(of a body of water) Usually dry, but filling with water for brief periods during and after precipitation.

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adjective

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

short-lived

In a sentence: "It is ephemeral."

Check the Scrabble meaning of EPHEMERAL. It scores 16 points.

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

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

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Is EPHEMERAL a Scrabble word?: EPHEMERAL is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 16 points.
What does EPHEMERAL mean?: short-lived
How do you use EPHEMERAL in a sentence?: In a sentence: "It is ephemeral."
How many points is EPHEMERAL worth in Scrabble?: EPHEMERAL is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept EPHEMERAL?: EPHEMERAL is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to EPHEMERAL?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes EPHEMERALS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.