How many points is DECLINE worth in Scrabble?

DECLINE is worth 10 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DECLINE?

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

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DECLINE

10 pts

DECLINE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 10 points. DECLINE is a verb form of refuse. REFUSE means "to express oneself as unwilling to accept, do, or comply with".

Meaning & examples

/dɪˈklaɪn/

Pronunciation: /dɪˈklaɪn/

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noun

Downward movement, fall.
A sloping downward, e.g. of a hill or road.
A weakening.

Antonyms: incline

verb

To move downwards, to fall, to drop.
Example: The dollar has declined rapidly since 2001.
To become weaker or worse.
Example: My health declined in winter.
To bend downward; to bring down; to depress; to cause to bend, or fall.

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Definition and meaning

DECLINE is a verb form of refuse. REFUSE means "to express oneself as unwilling to accept, do, or comply with".

In a sentence: "They decline."

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DECLINE Scrabble FAQ

Is DECLINE a Scrabble word?: DECLINE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 10 points.
What does DECLINE mean?: DECLINE is a verb form of refuse. REFUSE means "to express oneself as unwilling to accept, do, or comply with".
How do you use DECLINE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They decline."
How many points is DECLINE worth in Scrabble?: DECLINE is worth 10 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DECLINE?: DECLINE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).