How many points is HETERONYMS worth in Scrabble?

HETERONYMS is worth 18 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept HETERONYMS?

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

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HETERONYMS

18 pts

HETERONYMS is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 18 points. HETERONYMS is a noun form of heteronym. HETERONYM means "one of two or more words pronounced differently but spelt alike".

Meaning & examples

noun

A word having the same spelling as another, but a different pronunciation and meaning.
Example: Agape, "astonished" or "wide open," is a heteronym of agape, "Christian love."
A fictitious character created by an author for the purpose of writing in a different style.

Synonyms: heterophone, homograph

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

HETERONYMS is a noun form of heteronym. HETERONYM means "one of two or more words pronounced differently but spelt alike".

In a sentence: "The heteronyms is noted."

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

Base words

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HETERONYM17 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 18

HETERONYMS Scrabble FAQ

Is HETERONYMS a Scrabble word?: HETERONYMS is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 18 points.
What does HETERONYMS mean?: HETERONYMS is a noun form of heteronym. HETERONYM means "one of two or more words pronounced differently but spelt alike".
How do you use HETERONYMS in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The heteronyms is noted."
How many points is HETERONYMS worth in Scrabble?: HETERONYMS is worth 18 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept HETERONYMS?: HETERONYMS is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).