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PUBLIC

12 pts

PUBLIC is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points. PUBLIC means "the community or the people as a whole".

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Dictionary Definition

the community or the people as a whole

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

Shorter words from these letters

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

Word forms

Letter Values

P3
U1
B3
L1
I1
C3
= 12

PUBLIC Scrabble FAQ

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