How many points is CIVILISATION worth in Scrabble?

CIVILISATION is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept CIVILISATION?

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

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CIVILISATION

17 pts

CIVILISATION is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 17 points. CIVILISATION is a noun form of civilization. CIVILIZATION means "the act of civilizing".

Meaning & examples

/ˌsɪv.ɪ.laɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/

Pronunciation

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noun

An organized culture encompassing many communities, often on the scale of a nation or a people; a stage or system of social, political or technical development.
Example: Modern civilization is a product of industrialization and globalization.
Human society, particularly civil society.
Example: A hermit doesn't much care for civilization.
The act or process of civilizing or becoming civilized.
Example: The teacher's civilization of the child was no easy task.

Synonyms: acculturation, education, sphere, culture, order, home, the land of the living

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

CIVILISATION is a noun form of civilization. CIVILIZATION means "the act of civilizing".

In a sentence: "The civilisation is noted."

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Base words

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CIVILIZATION26 pts

Word forms

CIVILISATIONS18 pts

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Letter Values

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CIVILISATION Scrabble FAQ

Is CIVILISATION a Scrabble word?: CIVILISATION is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 17 points.
What does CIVILISATION mean?: CIVILISATION is a noun form of civilization. CIVILIZATION means "the act of civilizing".
How do you use CIVILISATION in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The civilisation is noted."
How many points is CIVILISATION worth in Scrabble?: CIVILISATION is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept CIVILISATION?: CIVILISATION is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).