How many points is ABSTINENCE worth in Scrabble?

ABSTINENCE is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept ABSTINENCE?

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

In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes ABSTINENCES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

14 pts

ABSTINENCE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 14 points. ABSTINENCE means "forbearance".

noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

forbearance

Check the Scrabble meaning of ABSTINENCE. It scores 14 points.

Add one letter after ABSTINENCE. Every word is valid in CSW24 (International).

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

= 14

Is ABSTINENCE a Scrabble word?: ABSTINENCE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 14 points.
How many points is ABSTINENCE worth in Scrabble?: ABSTINENCE is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept ABSTINENCE?: ABSTINENCE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to ABSTINENCE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes ABSTINENCES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.