How many points is MERCENARY worth in Scrabble?

MERCENARY is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept MERCENARY?

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

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MERCENARY is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 16 points. MERCENARY means "influenced by greed".

/ˈmɜː.sə.nə.ɹi/

Pronunciation: /ˈmɜː.sə.nə.ɹi/

One motivated by gain, especially monetary.
A person employed to fight in an armed conflict who is not a member of the state or military group for which they are fighting and whose primary motivation is private gain.
One hired to engage in a figurative battle, as a corporate takeover, a lawsuit, or a political campaign.

Synonyms: hired gun, greedy, venal

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adjective

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

influenced by greed

In a sentence: "It is mercenary."

Check the Scrabble meaning of MERCENARY. It scores 16 points.

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Is MERCENARY a Scrabble word?: MERCENARY is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 16 points.
What does MERCENARY mean?: influenced by greed
How do you use MERCENARY in a sentence?: In a sentence: "It is mercenary."
How many points is MERCENARY worth in Scrabble?: MERCENARY is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept MERCENARY?: MERCENARY is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).