Is APPROVAL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, APPROVAL is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 15 points.
Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.
What does APPROVAL mean?
- noun
the formal act of approving
“he gave the project his blessing”
- noun
a feeling of liking something or someone good
“although she fussed at them, she secretly viewed all her children with approval”
- noun
acceptance as satisfactory
“he bought it on approval”
- noun
a message expressing a favorable opinion
“words of approval seldom passed his lips”
Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.
Points
15
Scrabble
19
Words With Friends
8
Letters
A (1) + P (3) + P (3) + R (1) + O (1) + V (4) + A (1) + L (1) = 15 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 APPROVAL
Single letters that turn APPROVAL 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 APPROVAL
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