How many points is RETRONYM worth in Scrabble?

RETRONYM is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept RETRONYM?

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

Can you add a letter to RETRONYM?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

RETRONYM

13 pts

RETRONYM is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 13 points. RETRONYM means "word coined for existing thing to distinguish it from new thing".

noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Dictionary Definition

word coined for existing thing to distinguish it from new thing

Share RETRONYM

Check the Scrabble meaning of RETRONYM. It scores 13 points.

Back hooks

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

RETRONYMS14 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 13

RETRONYM Scrabble FAQ

Is RETRONYM a Scrabble word?: RETRONYM is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 13 points.
How many points is RETRONYM worth in Scrabble?: RETRONYM is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept RETRONYM?: RETRONYM is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to RETRONYM?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes RETRONYMS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.