How many points is MAKEUP worth in Scrabble?

MAKEUP is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept MAKEUP?

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

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

14 pts

MAKEUP is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 14 points. MAKEUP means "cosmetics applied to the face".

Pronunciation

An item's composition.
Example: To understand how a nuclear reactor works, we must first look at its makeup.
Cosmetics; colorants and other substances applied to the skin to alter its appearance.
Example: She is wearing a lot of makeup.
Replacement; material used to make up for the amount that has been used up.

Definitions and examples via Free Dictionary API. Word-game validity is checked separately against NWL2023 and CSW24.

Text licenses: CC BY-SA 3.0

Loading examples and pronunciation…

noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

cosmetics applied to the face

In a sentence: "The makeup is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of MAKEUP. It scores 14 points.

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

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

= 14

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