How many points is RECLUSE worth in Scrabble?

RECLUSE is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept RECLUSE?

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

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

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Scrabble Dictionary

9 pts

RECLUSE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points. RECLUSE means "person who avoids other people".

/ɹɪˈkluːs/

A person who lives in self-imposed isolation or seclusion from the world, especially for religious purposes; a hermit
The place where a recluse dwells; a place of isolation or seclusion
A brown recluse spider

Synonyms: reclusive

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

person who avoids other people

In a sentence: "The recluse is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of RECLUSE. It scores 9 points.

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

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Is RECLUSE a Scrabble word?: RECLUSE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points.
What does RECLUSE mean?: person who avoids other people
How do you use RECLUSE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The recluse is noted."
How many points is RECLUSE worth in Scrabble?: RECLUSE is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept RECLUSE?: RECLUSE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to RECLUSE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes RECLUSES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.