How many points is LIGHTNING worth in Scrabble?

LIGHTNING is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept LIGHTNING?

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

Can you add a letter to LIGHTNING?

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

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LIGHTNING

14 pts

LIGHTNING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 14 points. LIGHTNING means "visible discharge of electricity in the atmosphere".

Meaning & examples

/ˈlaɪt.nɪŋ/

Pronunciation: /ˈlaɪt.nɪŋ/

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noun

A flash of light produced by short-duration, high-voltage discharge of electricity within a cloud, between clouds, or between a cloud and the earth.
Example: Although we did not see the lightning, we did hear the thunder.
A discharge of this kind.
Example: That tree was hit by lightning.
Anything that moves very fast.

verb

To produce lightning.

adjective

Extremely fast or sudden; moving (as if) at the speed of lightning.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

visible discharge of electricity in the atmosphere

In a sentence: "The lightning is noted."

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Letter Values

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LIGHTNING Scrabble FAQ

Is LIGHTNING a Scrabble word?: LIGHTNING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 14 points.
What does LIGHTNING mean?: visible discharge of electricity in the atmosphere
How do you use LIGHTNING in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The lightning is noted."
How many points is LIGHTNING worth in Scrabble?: LIGHTNING is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept LIGHTNING?: LIGHTNING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to LIGHTNING?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes LIGHTNINGS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.