How many points is OSTENSIBLE worth in Scrabble?

OSTENSIBLE is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept OSTENSIBLE?

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

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OSTENSIBLE

12 pts

OSTENSIBLE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points. OSTENSIBLE means "intended for display, plausible rather than demonstrably true or real".

Meaning & examples

/ɒˈstɛns.ɪ.bəl/

Pronunciation: /ɑˈstɛns.ɪ.bəl/

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adjective

Apparent, evident; meant for open display.
Appearing as such; being such in appearance; professed, supposed (rather than demonstrably true or real).
Example: The ostensible reason for his visit to New York was to see his mother, but the real reason was to get to the Yankees game the next day.

Antonyms: ulterior

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adjective

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

intended for display, plausible rather than demonstrably true or real

In a sentence: "It is ostensible."

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Letter Values

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OSTENSIBLE Scrabble FAQ

Is OSTENSIBLE a Scrabble word?: OSTENSIBLE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points.
What does OSTENSIBLE mean?: intended for display, plausible rather than demonstrably true or real
How do you use OSTENSIBLE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "It is ostensible."
How many points is OSTENSIBLE worth in Scrabble?: OSTENSIBLE is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept OSTENSIBLE?: OSTENSIBLE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).