How many points is ATTEMPTING worth in Scrabble?

ATTEMPTING is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept ATTEMPTING?

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

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ATTEMPTING

15 pts

ATTEMPTING is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 15 points. ATTEMPTING is a verb form of attempt. ATTEMPT means "to make an effort to do or accomplish".

Meaning & examples

/əˈtɛmp.tɪŋ/

Pronunciation: /əˈtɛmp.tɪŋ/

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verb

To try.
Example: A group of 80 budding mountaineers attempted Kilimanjaro, but 30 of them didn't make it to the top.
To try to move, by entreaty, by afflictions, or by temptations; to tempt.
To try to win, subdue, or overcome.
Example: one who attempts the virtue of a woman

Synonyms: take a run at, take a stab at

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

ATTEMPTING is a verb form of attempt. ATTEMPT means "to make an effort to do or accomplish".

In a sentence: "They attempting."

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ATTEMPT11 pts

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ATTEMPTING Scrabble FAQ

Is ATTEMPTING a Scrabble word?: ATTEMPTING is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 15 points.
What does ATTEMPTING mean?: ATTEMPTING is a verb form of attempt. ATTEMPT means "to make an effort to do or accomplish".
How do you use ATTEMPTING in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They attempting."
How many points is ATTEMPTING worth in Scrabble?: ATTEMPTING is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept ATTEMPTING?: ATTEMPTING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).