How many points is INDICATOR worth in Scrabble?

INDICATOR is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept INDICATOR?

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

Can you add a letter to INDICATOR?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

INDICATOR

12 pts

INDICATOR is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points. INDICATOR means "something acting as a sign or indication".

Meaning & examples

/ˈɪn.dɪ.ˌkeɪ.tə(ɹ)/

Pronunciation

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noun

A pointer or index that indicates something.
A meter or gauge.
The needle or dial on such a meter.

Synonyms: blinker, directional, directional signal, trafficator, turn indicator, turn signal

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

something acting as a sign or indication

In a sentence: "The indicator is noted."

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Front hooks

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

VINDICATOR16 pts

Back hooks

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

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 12

INDICATOR Scrabble FAQ

Is INDICATOR a Scrabble word?: INDICATOR is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points.
What does INDICATOR mean?: something acting as a sign or indication
How do you use INDICATOR in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The indicator is noted."
How many points is INDICATOR worth in Scrabble?: INDICATOR is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept INDICATOR?: INDICATOR is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to INDICATOR?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes VINDICATOR, INDICATORS, INDICATORY. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.