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CATALYST

13 pts

CATALYST is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 13 points. CATALYST means "a substance that accelerates a chemical reaction".

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Dictionary Definition

a substance that accelerates a chemical reaction

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

Word forms

Letter Values

C3
A1
T1
A1
L1
Y4
S1
T1
= 13

CATALYST Scrabble FAQ

Is CATALYST a Scrabble word?
CATALYST is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 13 points.
How many points is CATALYST worth in Scrabble?
CATALYST is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept CATALYST?
CATALYST is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to CATALYST?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes CATALYSTS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.