How many points is PATERNALISM worth in Scrabble?

PATERNALISM is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept PATERNALISM?

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

Can you add a letter to PATERNALISM?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

PATERNALISM

15 pts

PATERNALISM is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 15 points. PATERNALISM means "a system in which well-meaning supervision tends to become unwelcome interference".

Meaning & examples

noun

The treatment of people in a fatherly manner, especially by caring for them and sometimes being stern with them.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

a system in which well-meaning supervision tends to become unwelcome interference

In a sentence: "The paternalism is noted."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of PATERNALISM. It scores 15 points.

Back hooks

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

PATERNALISMS16 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

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PATERNALISM Scrabble FAQ

Is PATERNALISM a Scrabble word?: PATERNALISM is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 15 points.
What does PATERNALISM mean?: a system in which well-meaning supervision tends to become unwelcome interference
How do you use PATERNALISM in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The paternalism is noted."
How many points is PATERNALISM worth in Scrabble?: PATERNALISM is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept PATERNALISM?: PATERNALISM is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to PATERNALISM?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes PATERNALISMS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.