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Is EXTORTION a valid Scrabble word?

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

Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.

What does EXTORTION mean?

  1. noun

    an exorbitant charge

  2. noun

    unjust exaction (as by the misuse of authority)

    “the extortion by dishonest officials of fees for performing their sworn duty”

  3. noun

    the felonious act of extorting money (as by threats of violence)

Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.

Points

16

Scrabble

17

Words With Friends

9

Letters

E (1) + X (8) + T (1) + O (1) + R (1) + T (1) + I (1) + O (1) + N (1) = 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 EXTORTION

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

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