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BASIL

7 pts

BASIL is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 7 points. BASIL means "an aromatic herb".

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Dictionary Definition

an aromatic herb

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

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

Word forms

Letter Values

B3
A1
S1
I1
L1
= 7

BASIL Scrabble FAQ

Is BASIL a Scrabble word?
BASIL is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 7 points.
How many points is BASIL worth in Scrabble?
BASIL is worth 7 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept BASIL?
BASIL is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to BASIL?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes BASILS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.