How many points is SPHINXES worth in Scrabble?

SPHINXES is worth 20 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept SPHINXES?

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

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SPHINXES

20 pts

SPHINXES is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 20 points. SPHINXES is a noun form of sphinx. SPHINX means "huge statue built by the ancient Egyptians".

Meaning & examples

noun

A creature with the head of a person and the body of an animal (commonly a lion).
A person who keeps his/her thoughts and intentions secret; an enigmatic person.
A mandrill, Mandrillus sphinx, formerly classified a baboon, and called sphinx baboon.

Synonyms: enigma

verb

To decorate with sphinxes
Example: a marble sphinxed chimney-piece
To adopt the posture of the Sphinx.
Example: A hot lion with a very bloated stomach ... will adopt either a sphinxed or a squatting posture which takes some of the weight off its belly.
To be inscrutable, often through silence
Example: (1900) The sphinxèd riddle of the Universe / Nature's unsolved enigma, who may prove?

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noun

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Definition and meaning

SPHINXES is a noun form of sphinx. SPHINX means "huge statue built by the ancient Egyptians".

In a sentence: "The sphinxes is noted."

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Letter Values

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SPHINXES Scrabble FAQ

Is SPHINXES a Scrabble word?: SPHINXES is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 20 points.
What does SPHINXES mean?: SPHINXES is a noun form of sphinx. SPHINX means "huge statue built by the ancient Egyptians".
How do you use SPHINXES in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The sphinxes is noted."
How many points is SPHINXES worth in Scrabble?: SPHINXES is worth 20 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept SPHINXES?: SPHINXES is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).