How many points is FILIBUSTERS worth in Scrabble?

FILIBUSTERS is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept FILIBUSTERS?

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

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FILIBUSTERS

16 pts

FILIBUSTERS is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 16 points. FILIBUSTERS is a noun form of filibuster. FILIBUSTER means "one who obstructs legislation by making long speeches".

Meaning & examples

noun

A mercenary soldier; a freebooter; specifically, a mercenary who travelled illegally in an organized group from the United States to a country in Central America or the Spanish West Indies in the mid-19th century seeking economic and political benefits through armed force.
(US politics) A tactic (such as giving long, often irrelevant speeches) employed to delay the proceedings of, or the making of a decision by, a legislative body, particularly the United States Senate.
(US politics) A member of a legislative body causing such an obstruction; a filibusterer.

verb

To take part in a private military action in a foreign country.
To use obstructionist tactics in a legislative body.

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noun

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Definition and meaning

FILIBUSTERS is a noun form of filibuster. FILIBUSTER means "one who obstructs legislation by making long speeches".

In a sentence: "The filibusters is noted."

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FILIBUSTER15 pts

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Letter Values

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FILIBUSTERS Scrabble FAQ

Is FILIBUSTERS a Scrabble word?: FILIBUSTERS is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 16 points.
What does FILIBUSTERS mean?: FILIBUSTERS is a noun form of filibuster. FILIBUSTER means "one who obstructs legislation by making long speeches".
How do you use FILIBUSTERS in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The filibusters is noted."
How many points is FILIBUSTERS worth in Scrabble?: FILIBUSTERS is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept FILIBUSTERS?: FILIBUSTERS is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).