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Is ELABORATE a valid Scrabble word?

Yes, ELABORATE is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 11 points.

Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.

What does ELABORATE mean?

  1. adjective

    marked by complexity and richness of detail

    “an elaborate lace pattern”

  2. verb

    add details, as to an account or idea; clarify the meaning of and discourse in a learned way, usually in writing

    “She elaborated on the main ideas in her dissertation”

  3. adjective

    developed or executed with care and in minute detail

    “a detailed plan”

  4. verb

    produce from basic elements or sources; change into a more developed product

    “The bee elaborates honey”

Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.

Points

11

Scrabble

13

Words With Friends

9

Letters

E (1) + L (1) + A (1) + B (3) + O (1) + R (1) + A (1) + T (1) + E (1) = 11 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 ELABORATE

Single letters that turn ELABORATE 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 hooks2

Words you can make from ELABORATE

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