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Is UNCTION a valid Scrabble word?

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

Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.

What does UNCTION mean?

  1. noun

    excessive but superficial compliments given with affected charm

  2. noun

    smug self-serving earnestness

  3. noun

    semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation

  4. noun

    anointing as part of a religious ceremony or healing ritual

Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.

Points

9

Scrabble

13

Words With Friends

7

Letters

U (1) + N (1) + C (3) + 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 UNCTION

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

Front hooks2

Back hooks1

Words you can make from UNCTION

The 49 highest-scoring words using these letters.

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