How many points is PATERNALIST worth in Scrabble?

PATERNALIST is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept PATERNALIST?

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

Can you add a letter to PATERNALIST?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

PATERNALIST

13 pts

PATERNALIST is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 13 points. PATERNALIST is a noun form of paternalism. PATERNALISM means "a system in which well-meaning supervision tends to become unwelcome interference".

noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

PATERNALIST is a noun form of paternalism. PATERNALISM means "a system in which well-meaning supervision tends to become unwelcome interference".

In a sentence: "The paternalist is noted."

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

Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

PATERNALISM15 pts

Back hooks

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

PATERNALISTS14 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 13

PATERNALIST Scrabble FAQ

Is PATERNALIST a Scrabble word?: PATERNALIST is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 13 points.
What does PATERNALIST mean?: PATERNALIST is a noun form of paternalism. PATERNALISM means "a system in which well-meaning supervision tends to become unwelcome interference".
How do you use PATERNALIST in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The paternalist is noted."
How many points is PATERNALIST worth in Scrabble?: PATERNALIST is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept PATERNALIST?: PATERNALIST is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to PATERNALIST?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes PATERNALISTS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.