How many points is HYSTERESIS worth in Scrabble?

HYSTERESIS is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept HYSTERESIS?

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

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HYSTERESIS

16 pts

HYSTERESIS is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 16 points. HYSTERESIS means "the delay or lagging of an effect behind the cause of the effect".

Meaning & examples

noun

A property of a system such that an output value is not a strict function of the corresponding input, but also incorporates some lag, delay, or history dependence, and in particular when the response for a decrease in the input variable is different from the response for an increase. For example, a thermostat with a nominal setpoint of 75° might switch the controlled heat source on when the temperature drops below 74°, and off when it rises above 76°.
Magnetic friction in dynamos, by which every reversal of magnetism in the iron causes dissipation of energy.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

the delay or lagging of an effect behind the cause of the effect

In a sentence: "The hysteresis is noted."

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Letter Values

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HYSTERESIS Scrabble FAQ

Is HYSTERESIS a Scrabble word?: HYSTERESIS is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 16 points.
What does HYSTERESIS mean?: the delay or lagging of an effect behind the cause of the effect
How do you use HYSTERESIS in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The hysteresis is noted."
How many points is HYSTERESIS worth in Scrabble?: HYSTERESIS is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept HYSTERESIS?: HYSTERESIS is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).