How many points is RANSOMED worth in Scrabble?

RANSOMED is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept RANSOMED?

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

Can you add a letter to RANSOMED?

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

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RANSOMED

11 pts

RANSOMED is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 11 points. RANSOMED is a noun form of ransom. RANSOM means "money demanded for the release of a kidnapped person".

Meaning & examples

verb

(14th century) To deliver, especially in context of sin or relevant penalties.
To pay a price to set someone free from captivity or punishment.
Example: to ransom prisoners from an enemy
To exact a ransom for, or a payment on.
Example: Such lands as he had rule of he ransomed them so grievously, and would tax the men two or three times in a year. — Berners.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

RANSOMED is a noun form of ransom. RANSOM means "money demanded for the release of a kidnapped person".

In a sentence: "The ransomed is noted."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of RANSOMED. It scores 11 points.

Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

RANSOM8 pts

Front hooks

Add one letter before RANSOMED. Scores are base word totals before board bonuses.

TRANSOMED12 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 11

RANSOMED Scrabble FAQ

Is RANSOMED a Scrabble word?: RANSOMED is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 11 points.
What does RANSOMED mean?: RANSOMED is a noun form of ransom. RANSOM means "money demanded for the release of a kidnapped person".
How do you use RANSOMED in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The ransomed is noted."
How many points is RANSOMED worth in Scrabble?: RANSOMED is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept RANSOMED?: RANSOMED is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to RANSOMED?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes TRANSOMED. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.