How many points is NUMBSKULL worth in Scrabble?

NUMBSKULL is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept NUMBSKULL?

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

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

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17 pts

NUMBSKULL is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 17 points. NUMBSKULL means "stupid person".

A dunce, mentally dull or stupid person.
A person who refuses to learn or grow mentally.
Example: That numskull will never learn how to compose a letter.
A traditional name for a fool who serves as the butt of jokes about stupidity.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

stupid person

In a sentence: "The numbskull is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of NUMBSKULL. It scores 17 points.

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

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

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Is NUMBSKULL a Scrabble word?: NUMBSKULL is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 17 points.
What does NUMBSKULL mean?: stupid person
How do you use NUMBSKULL in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The numbskull is noted."
How many points is NUMBSKULL worth in Scrabble?: NUMBSKULL is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept NUMBSKULL?: NUMBSKULL is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to NUMBSKULL?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes NUMBSKULLS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.