How many points is EXPLOSION worth in Scrabble?

EXPLOSION is worth 18 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept EXPLOSION?

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

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

18 pts

EXPLOSION is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 18 points. EXPLOSION means "exploding".

/ɪkˈspləʊ.ʒən/

Pronunciation: /ɛkˈsploʊ.ʒən/

Antonyms: implosion

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

exploding

In a sentence: "The explosion is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of EXPLOSION. It scores 18 points.

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

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

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Is EXPLOSION a Scrabble word?: EXPLOSION is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 18 points.
What does EXPLOSION mean?: exploding
How do you use EXPLOSION in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The explosion is noted."
How many points is EXPLOSION worth in Scrabble?: EXPLOSION is worth 18 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept EXPLOSION?: EXPLOSION is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to EXPLOSION?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes EXPLOSIONS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.