How many points is OFFENSE worth in Scrabble?

OFFENSE is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept OFFENSE?

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

Can you add a letter to OFFENSE?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

OFFENSE

13 pts

OFFENSE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 13 points. OFFENSE is a noun form of offence. OFFENCE means "(cause of) hurt feelings or annoyance".

Meaning & examples

/əˈfɛns/

Pronunciation: /əˈfɛns/

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noun

The act of offending:
The state of being offended or displeased; anger; displeasure.
A strategy and tactics employed when in position to score; contrasted with defense.

Antonyms: defence, defense

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

OFFENSE is a noun form of offence. OFFENCE means "(cause of) hurt feelings or annoyance".

In a sentence: "The offense is noted."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of OFFENSE. It scores 13 points.

Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

OFFENCE15 pts

Back hooks

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

OFFENSES14 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 13

OFFENSE Scrabble FAQ

Is OFFENSE a Scrabble word?: OFFENSE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 13 points.
What does OFFENSE mean?: OFFENSE is a noun form of offence. OFFENCE means "(cause of) hurt feelings or annoyance".
How do you use OFFENSE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The offense is noted."
How many points is OFFENSE worth in Scrabble?: OFFENSE is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept OFFENSE?: OFFENSE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to OFFENSE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes OFFENSES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.