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Is ABSORB a valid Scrabble word?

Yes, ABSORB is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 10 points.

Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.

What does ABSORB mean?

  1. verb

    become imbued

    “The liquids, light, and gases absorb”

  2. verb

    take up mentally

    “he absorbed the knowledge or beliefs of his tribe”

  3. verb

    take up, as of debts or payments

    “absorb the costs for something”

  4. verb

    take in, also metaphorically

    “The sponge absorbs water well”

Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.

Points

10

Scrabble

12

Words With Friends

6

Letters

A (1) + B (3) + S (1) + O (1) + R (1) + B (3) = 10 points in Scrabble.

Dictionary status

  • Scrabble (US & Canada)Valid
  • Scrabble (UK & worldwide)Valid
  • Words With FriendsListed

Scrabble lists: NWL2023 (US & Canada) and CSW24 (UK & worldwide). WWF uses our ENABLE reference plus verified additions. “Listed” and “Not listed” describe that reference; check acceptance in the game. Sources reviewed 2026-10-03.

Hooks for ABSORB

Single letters that turn ABSORB into another valid word in US Scrabble. Hooks let you extend a word already on the board.

Front hooks0

None — nothing can be added to the front.

Back hooks1

Words you can make from ABSORB

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