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Is REFINE a valid Scrabble word?

Yes, REFINE is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 9 points.

Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.

What does REFINE mean?

  1. verb

    improve or perfect by pruning or polishing

    “refine one's style of writing”

  2. verb

    make more complex, intricate, or richer

    “refine a design or pattern”

  3. verb

    treat or prepare so as to put in a usable condition

    “refine paper stock”

  4. verb

    reduce to a fine, unmixed, or pure state; separate from extraneous matter or cleanse from impurities

    “refine sugar”

Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.

Points

9

Scrabble

10

Words With Friends

6

Letters

R (1) + E (1) + F (4) + I (1) + N (1) + E (1) = 9 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 REFINE

Single letters that turn REFINE 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 hooks3

Anagrams of REFINE

Words that use exactly the same letters.

Words you can make from REFINE

The 39 highest-scoring words using these letters.

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