How many points is DATIVE worth in Scrabble?

DATIVE is worth 10 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DATIVE?

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

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DATIVE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 10 points. DATIVE means "a grammatical case".

/ˈdeɪtɪv/

(grammar) Noting the case of a noun which expresses the remoter or indirect object, generally indicated in English by to or for with the objective.
In one’s gift; capable of being disposed of at will and pleasure, as an office or other privilege.
Removable, as distinguished from perpetual; — said of an officer.

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

a grammatical case

In a sentence: "The dative is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of DATIVE. It scores 10 points.

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Is DATIVE a Scrabble word?: DATIVE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 10 points.
What does DATIVE mean?: a grammatical case
How do you use DATIVE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The dative is noted."
How many points is DATIVE worth in Scrabble?: DATIVE is worth 10 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DATIVE?: DATIVE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).