How many points is THUNDERBOLT worth in Scrabble?

THUNDERBOLT is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept THUNDERBOLT?

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

Can you add a letter to THUNDERBOLT?

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

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THUNDERBOLT

17 pts

THUNDERBOLT is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 17 points. THUNDERBOLT means "a flash of lightning conceived as a bolt hurled from the heavens".

Meaning & examples

/ˈθʌndə(ɹ)ˌboʊlt/

noun

A flash of lightning accompanied by a crash of thunder.
An event that is terrible, horrific or unexpected.
Vehement threatening or censure; especially, ecclesiastical denunciation; fulmination.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

a flash of lightning conceived as a bolt hurled from the heavens

In a sentence: "The thunderbolt is noted."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of THUNDERBOLT. It scores 17 points.

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THUNDERBOLTS18 pts

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Letter Values

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THUNDERBOLT Scrabble FAQ

Is THUNDERBOLT a Scrabble word?: THUNDERBOLT is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 17 points.
What does THUNDERBOLT mean?: a flash of lightning conceived as a bolt hurled from the heavens
How do you use THUNDERBOLT in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The thunderbolt is noted."
How many points is THUNDERBOLT worth in Scrabble?: THUNDERBOLT is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept THUNDERBOLT?: THUNDERBOLT is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to THUNDERBOLT?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes THUNDERBOLTS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.