How many points is OBSESSIVE worth in Scrabble?

OBSESSIVE is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept OBSESSIVE?

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

Can you add a letter to OBSESSIVE?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

OBSESSIVE

14 pts

OBSESSIVE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 14 points. OBSESSIVE means "motivated by a persistent overriding idea or impulse".

Meaning & examples

/əbˈsɛsɪv/

noun

A person who is obsessed, who has an obsession.

adjective

Prone to cause obsession.
Example: The idea is too tempting, it's obsessive.
Having one thought or pursuing one activity to the absolute or nearly absolute exclusion of all others.
Example: Hardcore fans' obsessive behavior may take over their lives.
Excessive, as results from obsession.
Example: A workaholic's obsessive zeal may lead to success or burnout.

Synonyms: headstrong, unrelenting, unyielding

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adjective

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

motivated by a persistent overriding idea or impulse

In a sentence: "It is obsessive."

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Back hooks

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

OBSESSIVES15 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 14

OBSESSIVE Scrabble FAQ

Is OBSESSIVE a Scrabble word?: OBSESSIVE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 14 points.
What does OBSESSIVE mean?: motivated by a persistent overriding idea or impulse
How do you use OBSESSIVE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "It is obsessive."
How many points is OBSESSIVE worth in Scrabble?: OBSESSIVE is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept OBSESSIVE?: OBSESSIVE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to OBSESSIVE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes OBSESSIVES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.