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Is SENSATION a valid Scrabble word?

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

Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.

What does SENSATION mean?

  1. noun

    an unelaborated elementary awareness of stimulation

    “a sensation of touch”

  2. noun

    someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field

  3. noun

    a general feeling of excitement and heightened interest

    “anticipation produced in me a sensation somewhere between hope and fear”

  4. noun

    a state of widespread public excitement and interest

    “the news caused a sensation”

Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.

Points

9

Scrabble

11

Words With Friends

9

Letters

S (1) + E (1) + N (1) + S (1) + A (1) + T (1) + I (1) + O (1) + N (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 SENSATION

Single letters that turn SENSATION 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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