How many points is LIBELOUS worth in Scrabble?

LIBELOUS is worth 10 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept LIBELOUS?

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

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LIBELOUS

10 pts

LIBELOUS is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 10 points. LIBELOUS is a noun form of libel. LIBEL means "published statement falsely damaging a person's reputation".

Meaning & examples

/ˈlaɪ.bəl.əs/

adjective

Defamatory, libeling, referring to something that causes harm to someone's reputation especially with malice or disregard.
Example: The accusation was libelous, full of falsehoods, spite and malice.
Meeting the legal standards for libel.
Example: The court found the statement was not libelous because it was true.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

LIBELOUS is a noun form of libel. LIBEL means "published statement falsely damaging a person's reputation".

In a sentence: "The libelous is noted."

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LIBELOUS Scrabble FAQ

Is LIBELOUS a Scrabble word?: LIBELOUS is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 10 points.
What does LIBELOUS mean?: LIBELOUS is a noun form of libel. LIBEL means "published statement falsely damaging a person's reputation".
How do you use LIBELOUS in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The libelous is noted."
How many points is LIBELOUS worth in Scrabble?: LIBELOUS is worth 10 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept LIBELOUS?: LIBELOUS is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).