How many points is AUTHORIZES worth in Scrabble?

AUTHORIZES is worth 22 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept AUTHORIZES?

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

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AUTHORIZES

22 pts

AUTHORIZES is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 22 points. AUTHORIZES is a verb form of authorize. AUTHORIZE means "to give permission for".

Meaning & examples

verb

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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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

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

In a sentence: "They authorizes."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of AUTHORIZES. It scores 22 points.

Base words

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AUTHORIZE21 pts

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Letter Values

Z10

= 22

AUTHORIZES Scrabble FAQ

Is AUTHORIZES a Scrabble word?: AUTHORIZES is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 22 points.
What does AUTHORIZES mean?: AUTHORIZES is a verb form of authorize. AUTHORIZE means "to give permission for".
How do you use AUTHORIZES in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They authorizes."
How many points is AUTHORIZES worth in Scrabble?: AUTHORIZES is worth 22 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept AUTHORIZES?: AUTHORIZES is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).