How many points is INCANDESCENT worth in Scrabble?

INCANDESCENT is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept INCANDESCENT?

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

Can you add a letter to INCANDESCENT?

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

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Scrabble Dictionary

INCANDESCENT

17 pts

INCANDESCENT is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 17 points. INCANDESCENT means "white, glowing, or luminous with intense heat".

Meaning & examples

/ˌɪn.kænˈdɛs.ənt/

Pronunciation

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noun

An incandescent lamp or bulb

adjective

Emitting light as a result of being heated
Shining very brightly
Showing intense emotion, as of a performance, etc.

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adjective

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

white, glowing, or luminous with intense heat

In a sentence: "It is incandescent."

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INCANDESCENTS18 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

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INCANDESCENT Scrabble FAQ

Is INCANDESCENT a Scrabble word?: INCANDESCENT is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 17 points.
What does INCANDESCENT mean?: white, glowing, or luminous with intense heat
How do you use INCANDESCENT in a sentence?: In a sentence: "It is incandescent."
How many points is INCANDESCENT worth in Scrabble?: INCANDESCENT is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept INCANDESCENT?: INCANDESCENT is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to INCANDESCENT?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes INCANDESCENTS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.