How many points is RETARDATION worth in Scrabble?

RETARDATION is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept RETARDATION?

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

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

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12 pts

RETARDATION is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points. RETARDATION means "an act or instance of retarding".

The act of retarding or delaying; hindrance.
The extent to which anything is retarded; the result of any retarding or delay; mental, social, or physical slowness.
Extreme stupidity.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

an act or instance of retarding

In a sentence: "The retardation is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of RETARDATION. It scores 12 points.

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

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

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Is RETARDATION a Scrabble word?: RETARDATION is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points.
What does RETARDATION mean?: an act or instance of retarding
How do you use RETARDATION in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The retardation is noted."
How many points is RETARDATION worth in Scrabble?: RETARDATION is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept RETARDATION?: RETARDATION is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to RETARDATION?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes RETARDATIONS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.