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Is INDULGENCE a valid Scrabble word?

Yes, INDULGENCE is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 14 points.

Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.

What does INDULGENCE mean?

  1. noun

    an inability to resist the gratification of whims and desires

  2. noun

    a disposition to yield to the wishes of someone

    “too much indulgence spoils a child”

  3. noun

    the act of indulging or gratifying a desire

  4. noun

    foolish or senseless behavior

Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.

Points

14

Scrabble

20

Words With Friends

10

Letters

I (1) + N (1) + D (2) + U (1) + L (1) + G (2) + E (1) + N (1) + C (3) + E (1) = 14 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 INDULGENCE

Single letters that turn INDULGENCE 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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