How many points is VALENCES worth in Scrabble?

VALENCES is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept VALENCES?

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

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VALENCES

13 pts

VALENCES is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 13 points. VALENCES is a noun form of valence. VALENCE means "the degree of combining power of an element or radical".

Meaning & examples

noun

A short curtain that usually hangs along the top edge of a window.
A decorative framework used to conceal the curtain mechanism and so on at the top of a window.
(bedding) A short, decorative edging of cloth that hangs from the mattress to the floor.

Synonyms: bedskirt, dust ruffle

noun

An extract; a preparation, now especially one effective against a certain number of strains of a pathogen.
The combining capacity of an atom, radical or functional group determined by the number of electrons that it will lose, gain, or share when it combines with other atoms etc.
The number of binding sites of a molecule, such as an antibody or antigen.

Synonyms: valency

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

VALENCES is a noun form of valence. VALENCE means "the degree of combining power of an element or radical".

In a sentence: "The valences is noted."

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VALENCE12 pts

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Letter Values

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VALENCES Scrabble FAQ

Is VALENCES a Scrabble word?: VALENCES is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 13 points.
What does VALENCES mean?: VALENCES is a noun form of valence. VALENCE means "the degree of combining power of an element or radical".
How do you use VALENCES in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The valences is noted."
How many points is VALENCES worth in Scrabble?: VALENCES is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept VALENCES?: VALENCES is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).