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CONTRIVE

13 pts

CONTRIVE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 13 points. CONTRIVE means "to devise".

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Dictionary Definition

to devise

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

Shorter words from these letters

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

Word forms

Letter Values

C3
O1
N1
T1
R1
I1
V4
E1
= 13

CONTRIVE Scrabble FAQ

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