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Is EXPLODER a valid Scrabble word?

Yes, EXPLODER is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 18 points.

Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.

What does EXPLODER mean?

Exploder is a form of EXPLODE.

  1. verb

    cause to burst with a violent release of energy

    “We exploded the nuclear bomb”

  2. verb

    burst outward, usually with noise

    “The champagne bottle exploded”

  3. verb

    show a violent emotional reaction

    “The boss exploded when he heard of the resignation of the secretary”

  4. verb

    be unleashed; emerge with violence or noise

    “His anger exploded”

Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.

Points

Scrabble
18
Words With Friends
20
Letters
8

E (1) + X (8) + P (3) + L (1) + O (1) + D (2) + E (1) + R (1) = 18 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 EXPLODER

Single letters that turn EXPLODER 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

Anagrams of EXPLODER

Words that use exactly the same letters.

Words you can make from EXPLODER

The 60 highest-scoring words using these letters.

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