How many points is POSITIVE worth in Scrabble?

POSITIVE is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept POSITIVE?

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

Can you add a letter to POSITIVE?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

POSITIVE

13 pts

POSITIVE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 13 points. POSITIVE is a verb form of plus. PLUS means "make or become greater in value".

Meaning & examples

/ˈpɒzɪ̈tɪv/

Pronunciation: /ˈpɑzɪ̈tɪv/

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noun

A thing capable of being affirmed; something real or actual.
A favourable point or characteristic.
Something having a positive value in physics, such as an electric charge.

adjective

Not negative or neutral.
Formally laid down.
Stated definitively and without qualification.

Synonyms: certain, sure, wis

Antonyms: uncertain, unsure, nonpositive, negative, bad, evil, nongood

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verb

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

POSITIVE is a verb form of plus. PLUS means "make or become greater in value".

In a sentence: "They positive."

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Base words

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PLUS6 pts

Back hooks

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Letter Values

= 13

POSITIVE Scrabble FAQ

Is POSITIVE a Scrabble word?: POSITIVE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 13 points.
What does POSITIVE mean?: POSITIVE is a verb form of plus. PLUS means "make or become greater in value".
How do you use POSITIVE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They positive."
How many points is POSITIVE worth in Scrabble?: POSITIVE is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept POSITIVE?: POSITIVE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to POSITIVE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes POSITIVER, POSITIVES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.