How many points is RECIDIVIST worth in Scrabble?

RECIDIVIST is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept RECIDIVIST?

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

Can you add a letter to RECIDIVIST?

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

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RECIDIVIST

16 pts

RECIDIVIST is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 16 points. RECIDIVIST is a noun form of recidivism. RECIDIVISM means "a tendency to relapse into a previous condition or mode of behaviour, especially a relapse into criminal behaviour".

Meaning & examples

/ɹɪˈsɪdəvɪst/

noun

One who falls back into prior habits, especially criminal habits.

Synonyms: repeat offender

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

RECIDIVIST is a noun form of recidivism. RECIDIVISM means "a tendency to relapse into a previous condition or mode of behaviour, especially a relapse into criminal behaviour".

In a sentence: "The recidivist is noted."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of RECIDIVIST. It scores 16 points.

Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

RECIDIVISM18 pts

Back hooks

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

RECIDIVISTS17 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 16

RECIDIVIST Scrabble FAQ

Is RECIDIVIST a Scrabble word?: RECIDIVIST is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 16 points.
What does RECIDIVIST mean?: RECIDIVIST is a noun form of recidivism. RECIDIVISM means "a tendency to relapse into a previous condition or mode of behaviour, especially a relapse into criminal behaviour".
How do you use RECIDIVIST in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The recidivist is noted."
How many points is RECIDIVIST worth in Scrabble?: RECIDIVIST is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept RECIDIVIST?: RECIDIVIST is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to RECIDIVIST?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes RECIDIVISTS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.