How many points is MAXIMUM worth in Scrabble?

MAXIMUM is worth 20 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept MAXIMUM?

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

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

20 pts

MAXIMUM is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 20 points. MAXIMUM means "greatest possible (amount or number)".

/ˈmæksɪməm/

Pronunciation: /ˈmæksɪməm/

Pronunciation: /ˈmæksɪməm/

The highest limit
The greatest value of a set or other mathematical structure, especially the global maximum or a local maximum of a function
An upper bound of a set which is also an element of that set

Synonyms: max

Antonyms: minimum

Synonyms: maximal

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

greatest possible (amount or number)

In a sentence: "The maximum is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of MAXIMUM. It scores 20 points.

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

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

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Is MAXIMUM a Scrabble word?: MAXIMUM is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 20 points.
What does MAXIMUM mean?: greatest possible (amount or number)
How do you use MAXIMUM in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The maximum is noted."
How many points is MAXIMUM worth in Scrabble?: MAXIMUM is worth 20 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept MAXIMUM?: MAXIMUM is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to MAXIMUM?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes MAXIMUMS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.