How many points is UNCTION worth in Scrabble?

UNCTION is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept UNCTION?

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

Can you add a letter to UNCTION?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

UNCTION

9 pts

UNCTION is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points. UNCTION means "act of anointing with oil in a sacramental ceremony".

Meaning & examples

/ʌŋkʃən/

Pronunciation: /ʌŋkʃən/

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noun

A salve or ointment.
A religious or ceremonial anointing.
A balm or something that soothes.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

act of anointing with oil in a sacramental ceremony

In a sentence: "The unction is noted."

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Front hooks

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Back hooks

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UNCTIONS10 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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Letter Values

= 9

UNCTION Scrabble FAQ

Is UNCTION a Scrabble word?: UNCTION is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points.
What does UNCTION mean?: act of anointing with oil in a sacramental ceremony
How do you use UNCTION in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The unction is noted."
How many points is UNCTION worth in Scrabble?: UNCTION is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept UNCTION?: UNCTION is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to UNCTION?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes FUNCTION, JUNCTION, UNCTIONS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.