How many points is BRIGHTENING worth in Scrabble?

BRIGHTENING is worth 18 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept BRIGHTENING?

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

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BRIGHTENING is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 18 points. BRIGHTENING is a verb form of brighten. BRIGHTEN means "to make bright".

To make bright or brighter in color.
Example: We brightened the room with a new coat of paint.
To make illustrious, or more distinguished; to add luster or splendor to
To make more cheerful and pleasant; to enliven
Example: to brighten one's prospects; Having Mark around the place really brightens things up.

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Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

BRIGHTENING is a verb form of brighten. BRIGHTEN means "to make bright".

In a sentence: "They brightening."

Check the Scrabble meaning of BRIGHTENING. It scores 18 points.

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Is BRIGHTENING a Scrabble word?: BRIGHTENING is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 18 points.
What does BRIGHTENING mean?: BRIGHTENING is a verb form of brighten. BRIGHTEN means "to make bright".
How do you use BRIGHTENING in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They brightening."
How many points is BRIGHTENING worth in Scrabble?: BRIGHTENING is worth 18 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept BRIGHTENING?: BRIGHTENING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).