How many points is RESISTOR worth in Scrabble?

RESISTOR is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept RESISTOR?

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

Can you add a letter to RESISTOR?

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

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Scrabble Dictionary

RESISTOR

8 pts

RESISTOR is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 8 points. RESISTOR means "component of an electrical circuit producing resistance".

Meaning & examples

/ɹɪˈzɪstə/

noun

One who resists, especially a person who fights against an occupying army.
An electric component that transmits current in direct proportion to the voltage across it.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

component of an electrical circuit producing resistance

In a sentence: "The resistor is noted."

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RESISTORS9 pts

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

Letter Values

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RESISTOR Scrabble FAQ

Is RESISTOR a Scrabble word?: RESISTOR is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 8 points.
What does RESISTOR mean?: component of an electrical circuit producing resistance
How do you use RESISTOR in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The resistor is noted."
How many points is RESISTOR worth in Scrabble?: RESISTOR is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept RESISTOR?: RESISTOR is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to RESISTOR?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes RESISTORS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.