How many points is UPSTART worth in Scrabble?

UPSTART is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept UPSTART?

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

Can you add a letter to UPSTART?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

UPSTART

9 pts

UPSTART is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points. UPSTART means "person who has risen suddenly to a position of power and behaves arrogantly".

Meaning & examples

noun

One who has suddenly gained wealth, power, or other prominence, but either has not received social acceptance or has become arrogant or presumptuous.
The meadow saffron.

Synonyms: arriviste, nouveau riche, parvenu

verb

To rise suddenly, to spring
Example: And his unready weapons gan in hand to take.

adjective

Acting like a parvenu.
Self-important and presumptuous.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

person who has risen suddenly to a position of power and behaves arrogantly

In a sentence: "The upstart is noted."

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Back hooks

Add one letter after UPSTART. Every word is valid in CSW24 (International).

UPSTARTS10 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

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UPSTART Scrabble FAQ

Is UPSTART a Scrabble word?: UPSTART is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points.
What does UPSTART mean?: person who has risen suddenly to a position of power and behaves arrogantly
How do you use UPSTART in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The upstart is noted."
How many points is UPSTART worth in Scrabble?: UPSTART is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept UPSTART?: UPSTART is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to UPSTART?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes UPSTARTS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.