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POOR

6 pts

POOR is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 6 points. POOR means "lacking the means of support".

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adjective

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Dictionary Definition

lacking the means of support

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Back hooks

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Letter Values

P3
O1
O1
R1
= 6

POOR Scrabble FAQ

Is POOR a Scrabble word?
POOR is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 6 points.
How many points is POOR worth in Scrabble?
POOR is worth 6 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept POOR?
POOR is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to POOR?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes SPOOR, POORI. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.