How many points is EXEMPT worth in Scrabble?

EXEMPT is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept EXEMPT?

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

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

17 pts

EXEMPT is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 17 points. EXEMPT means "not subject to an obligation etc".

/ɛɡˈzɛm(p)t/

Pronunciation: /ɛɡˈzɛm(p)t/

One who has been released from something.
A type of French police officer.
One of four officers of the Yeomen of the Royal Guard, having the rank of corporal; an exon.

To grant (someone) freedom or immunity from.
Example: Citizens over 45 years of age were exempted from military service.

Free from a duty or obligation.
Example: His income is so small that it is exempt from tax.
(of an employee or his position) Not entitled to overtime pay when working overtime.
Cut off; set apart.

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adjective

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

not subject to an obligation etc

In a sentence: "It is exempt."

Check the Scrabble meaning of EXEMPT. It scores 17 points.

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

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

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Is EXEMPT a Scrabble word?: EXEMPT is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 17 points.
What does EXEMPT mean?: not subject to an obligation etc
How do you use EXEMPT in a sentence?: In a sentence: "It is exempt."
How many points is EXEMPT worth in Scrabble?: EXEMPT is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept EXEMPT?: EXEMPT is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to EXEMPT?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes EXEMPTS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.