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TARANTIST

9 pts

TARANTIST is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points. TARANTIST is a noun form of tarantism. TARANTISM means "nervous disorder marked by uncontrollable bodily movement, widespread in S Italy during the 15th to 17th centuries: popularly thought to be caused by the bite of a tarantula".

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TARANTIST is a noun form of tarantism. TARANTISM means "nervous disorder marked by uncontrollable bodily movement, widespread in S Italy during the 15th to 17th centuries: popularly thought to be caused by the bite of a tarantula".

In a sentence: "The tarantist is noted."

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Letter Values

T1
A1
R1
A1
N1
T1
I1
S1
T1
= 9

TARANTIST Scrabble FAQ

Is TARANTIST a Scrabble word?
TARANTIST is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points.
What does TARANTIST mean?
TARANTIST is a noun form of tarantism. TARANTISM means "nervous disorder marked by uncontrollable bodily movement, widespread in S Italy during the 15th to 17th centuries: popularly thought to be caused by the bite of a tarantula".
How do you use TARANTIST in a sentence?
In a sentence: "The tarantist is noted."
How many points is TARANTIST worth in Scrabble?
TARANTIST is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept TARANTIST?
TARANTIST is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to TARANTIST?
In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes TARANTISTS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.