How many points is AUTHORISE worth in Scrabble?

AUTHORISE is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept AUTHORISE?

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

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AUTHORISE

12 pts

AUTHORISE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points. AUTHORISE is a verb form of authorize. AUTHORIZE means "to give permission for".

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To grant (someone) the permission or power necessary to do (something).
Example: The General Assembly authorized the Council to take up the matter.
To permit (something), to sanction or consent to (something).
Example: The judge authorized the wiretapping.

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Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

AUTHORISE is a verb form of authorize. AUTHORIZE means "to give permission for".

In a sentence: "They authorise."

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AUTHORISE Scrabble FAQ

Is AUTHORISE a Scrabble word?: AUTHORISE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points.
What does AUTHORISE mean?: AUTHORISE is a verb form of authorize. AUTHORIZE means "to give permission for".
How do you use AUTHORISE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They authorise."
How many points is AUTHORISE worth in Scrabble?: AUTHORISE is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept AUTHORISE?: AUTHORISE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).