How many points is RANSOMWARE worth in Scrabble?

RANSOMWARE is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept RANSOMWARE?

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

Can you add a letter to RANSOMWARE?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

RANSOMWARE

15 pts

RANSOMWARE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 15 points. RANSOMWARE means "illegal software that disables a computer until a payment is received".

Meaning & examples

noun

Malware that holds the data of a computer user for ransom, usually requiring or claiming to require payment to restore access.
Software that is released as open source only in exchange for payment.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

illegal software that disables a computer until a payment is received

In a sentence: "The ransomware is noted."

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Back hooks

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RANSOMWARES16 pts

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Letter Values

= 15

RANSOMWARE Scrabble FAQ

Is RANSOMWARE a Scrabble word?: RANSOMWARE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 15 points.
What does RANSOMWARE mean?: illegal software that disables a computer until a payment is received
How do you use RANSOMWARE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The ransomware is noted."
How many points is RANSOMWARE worth in Scrabble?: RANSOMWARE is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept RANSOMWARE?: RANSOMWARE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to RANSOMWARE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes RANSOMWARES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.