How many points is APPROVING worth in Scrabble?

APPROVING is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept APPROVING?

APPROVING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).

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APPROVING is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 17 points. APPROVING is a verb form of approve. APPROVE means "to regard favorably".

/ʌˈpɹuv.ɪŋ/

To sanction officially; to ratify; to confirm; to set as satisfactory.
Example: Although we may disagree with it, we must nevertheless approve the sentence handed down by the court-martial.
To regard as good; to commend; to be pleased with; to think well of.
Example: We approve the measure of the administration, for it is an excellent decision.
To make proof of; to demonstrate; to prove or show practically.

(English law) To make profit of; to convert to one's own profit — said especially of waste or common land appropriated by the lord of the manor.

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Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

APPROVING is a verb form of approve. APPROVE means "to regard favorably".

In a sentence: "They approving."

Check the Scrabble meaning of APPROVING. It scores 17 points.

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Is APPROVING a Scrabble word?: APPROVING is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 17 points.
What does APPROVING mean?: APPROVING is a verb form of approve. APPROVE means "to regard favorably".
How do you use APPROVING in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They approving."
How many points is APPROVING worth in Scrabble?: APPROVING is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept APPROVING?: APPROVING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).