How many points is GLIMMER worth in Scrabble?

GLIMMER is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept GLIMMER?

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

Can you add a letter to GLIMMER?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

GLIMMER

12 pts

GLIMMER is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points. GLIMMER means "shine faintly, flicker".

Meaning & examples

/ˈɡlɪmə(ɹ)/

Pronunciation

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noun

A faint light; a dim glow.
Example: The glimmer of the fireflies was pleasant to watch.
A flash of light.
A faint or remote possibility.
Example: A glimmer of hope.

Synonyms: sparkle

verb

To shine with a faint, unsteady light.
Example: The fireflies glimmered in the dark.

Synonyms: flicker, shimmer, twinkle

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verb

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

shine faintly, flicker

In a sentence: "They glimmer."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of GLIMMER. It scores 12 points.

Front hooks

Add one letter before GLIMMER. Scores are base word totals before board bonuses.

AGLIMMER13 pts

Back hooks

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

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

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GLIMMER Scrabble FAQ

Is GLIMMER a Scrabble word?: GLIMMER is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points.
What does GLIMMER mean?: shine faintly, flicker
How do you use GLIMMER in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They glimmer."
How many points is GLIMMER worth in Scrabble?: GLIMMER is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept GLIMMER?: GLIMMER is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to GLIMMER?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes AGLIMMER, GLIMMERS, GLIMMERY. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.