How many points is MELANISM worth in Scrabble?

MELANISM is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept MELANISM?

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

Can you add a letter to MELANISM?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

MELANISM

12 pts

MELANISM is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points. MELANISM is a noun form of melanosis. MELANOSIS means "skin condition characterized by excessive deposits of melanin".

noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

MELANISM is a noun form of melanosis. MELANOSIS means "skin condition characterized by excessive deposits of melanin".

In a sentence: "The melanism is noted."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of MELANISM. It scores 12 points.

Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

MELANOSIS11 pts

Back hooks

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

MELANISMS13 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 12

MELANISM Scrabble FAQ

Is MELANISM a Scrabble word?: MELANISM is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points.
What does MELANISM mean?: MELANISM is a noun form of melanosis. MELANOSIS means "skin condition characterized by excessive deposits of melanin".
How do you use MELANISM in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The melanism is noted."
How many points is MELANISM worth in Scrabble?: MELANISM is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept MELANISM?: MELANISM is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to MELANISM?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes MELANISMS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.