How many points is FOUNDED worth in Scrabble?

FOUNDED is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept FOUNDED?

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

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FOUNDED

12 pts

FOUNDED is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points. FOUNDED is a verb form of found. FOUND means "set up or establish (an institution, etc)".

Meaning & examples

/ˈfaʊndɪd/

Pronunciation: /ˈfaʊndɪd/

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verb

To start (an institution or organization).
To begin building.

Synonyms: establish

Antonyms: ruin, abolish, dissolve

verb

To melt, especially of metal in an industrial setting.
To form by melting a metal and pouring it into a mould; to cast.

adjective

Having a basis.
Example: She offered a well-founded hypothesis.

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Definition and meaning

FOUNDED is a verb form of found. FOUND means "set up or establish (an institution, etc)".

In a sentence: "They founded."

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Base words

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FOUND9 pts

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

Letter Values

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FOUNDED Scrabble FAQ

Is FOUNDED a Scrabble word?: FOUNDED is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points.
What does FOUNDED mean?: FOUNDED is a verb form of found. FOUND means "set up or establish (an institution, etc)".
How do you use FOUNDED in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They founded."
How many points is FOUNDED worth in Scrabble?: FOUNDED is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept FOUNDED?: FOUNDED is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).