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BASIC

9 pts

BASIC is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points. BASIC means "a fundamental".

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Dictionary Definition

a fundamental

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Add one letter after BASIC. Every word is valid in NWL2023 (US).

Shorter words from these letters

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

Word forms

Letter Values

B3
A1
S1
I1
C3
= 9

BASIC Scrabble FAQ

Is BASIC a Scrabble word?
BASIC is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points.
How many points is BASIC worth in Scrabble?
BASIC is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept BASIC?
BASIC is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to BASIC?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes BASICS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.