How many points is SYLLEPSIS worth in Scrabble?

SYLLEPSIS is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept SYLLEPSIS?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

SYLLEPSIS

14 pts

SYLLEPSIS is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 14 points. SYLLEPSIS means "(in grammar or rhetoric) the use of a single sentence construction in which a verb, adjective, etc is made to cover two syntactical functions".

Meaning & examples

/sɪˈlɛp.sɪs/

noun

A figure of speech in which one word simultaneously modifies two or more other words such that the modification must be understood differently with respect to each modified word; often causing humorous incongruity.
Growth in which lateral branches develop from a lateral meristem, without the formation of a bud or period of dormancy, when the lateral meristem is split from a terminal meristem.

Antonyms: prolepsis

Definitions and examples via Free Dictionary API. Word-game validity is checked separately against NWL2023 and CSW24.

Entry sources: en.wiktionary.org

Text licenses: CC BY-SA 3.0

Loading examples and pronunciation…

noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

(in grammar or rhetoric) the use of a single sentence construction in which a verb, adjective, etc is made to cover two syntactical functions

In a sentence: "The syllepsis is noted."

Share SYLLEPSIS

Check the Scrabble meaning of SYLLEPSIS. It scores 14 points.

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 14

SYLLEPSIS Scrabble FAQ

Is SYLLEPSIS a Scrabble word?: SYLLEPSIS is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 14 points.
What does SYLLEPSIS mean?: (in grammar or rhetoric) the use of a single sentence construction in which a verb, adjective, etc is made to cover two syntactical functions
How do you use SYLLEPSIS in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The syllepsis is noted."
How many points is SYLLEPSIS worth in Scrabble?: SYLLEPSIS is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept SYLLEPSIS?: SYLLEPSIS is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).