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Is ASCETICISM a valid Scrabble word?

Yes, ASCETICISM is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 16 points.

Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.

What does ASCETICISM mean?

  1. noun

    the doctrine that through renunciation of worldly pleasures it is possible to achieve a high spiritual or intellectual state

  2. noun

    the trait of great self-denial (especially refraining from worldly pleasures)

  3. noun

    rigorous self-denial and active self-restraint

Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.

Points

16

Scrabble

19

Words With Friends

10

Letters

A (1) + S (1) + C (3) + E (1) + T (1) + I (1) + C (3) + I (1) + S (1) + M (3) = 16 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 ASCETICISM

Single letters that turn ASCETICISM 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

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