How many points is SCINTILLATION worth in Scrabble?

SCINTILLATION is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept SCINTILLATION?

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

Can you add a letter to SCINTILLATION?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

SCINTILLATION

15 pts

SCINTILLATION is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 15 points. SCINTILLATION means "the twinkling of stars or small bursts of light".

Meaning & examples

/ˌsɪntɪˈleɪʃən/

noun

A flash of light; a spark.
The twinkling of a star or other celestial body caused by turbulence in the Earth's atmosphere.
The flash of light produced by something (especially a phosphor) when it absorbs ionizing radiation.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

the twinkling of stars or small bursts of light

In a sentence: "The scintillation is noted."

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Back hooks

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SCINTILLATIONS16 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 15

SCINTILLATION Scrabble FAQ

Is SCINTILLATION a Scrabble word?: SCINTILLATION is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 15 points.
What does SCINTILLATION mean?: the twinkling of stars or small bursts of light
How do you use SCINTILLATION in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The scintillation is noted."
How many points is SCINTILLATION worth in Scrabble?: SCINTILLATION is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept SCINTILLATION?: SCINTILLATION is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to SCINTILLATION?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes SCINTILLATIONS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.