How many points is DEFECT worth in Scrabble?

DEFECT is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DEFECT?

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

In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes DEFECTS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

12 pts

DEFECT is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points. DEFECT means "to desert an allegiance".

verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

to desert an allegiance

Check the Scrabble meaning of DEFECT. It scores 12 points.

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

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

= 12

Is DEFECT a Scrabble word?: DEFECT is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points.
How many points is DEFECT worth in Scrabble?: DEFECT is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DEFECT?: DEFECT is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to DEFECT?: In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes DEFECTS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.