How many points is FACTOID worth in Scrabble?

FACTOID is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept FACTOID?

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

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

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13 pts

FACTOID is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 13 points. FACTOID means "piece of unreliable information believed to be true".

/ˈfæktɔɪd/

An inaccurate statement or statistic believed to be true because of broad repetition, especially if cited in the media.
(originally North America) An interesting item of trivia; a minor fact.

Synonyms: factlet, misconception

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

piece of unreliable information believed to be true

In a sentence: "The factoid is noted."

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

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

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