How many points is DECOMPOSITION worth in Scrabble?

DECOMPOSITION is worth 20 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DECOMPOSITION?

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

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DECOMPOSITION

20 pts

DECOMPOSITION is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 20 points. DECOMPOSITION means "the act of decomposing. DECOMPOSING means "decompose".".

Meaning & examples

/diːˌkɒmpəˈzɪʃən/

noun

A biological process through which organic material is reduced to e.g. compost.
The act of taking something apart, e.g. for analysis.
The splitting (of e.g. a matrix, an atom or a compound) into constituent parts.

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

the act of decomposing. DECOMPOSING means "decompose".

In a sentence: "The decomposition is noted."

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Base words

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DECOMPOSING19 pts

Word forms

DECOMPOSITIONS21 pts

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Letter Values

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DECOMPOSITION Scrabble FAQ

Is DECOMPOSITION a Scrabble word?: DECOMPOSITION is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 20 points.
What does DECOMPOSITION mean?: the act of decomposing. DECOMPOSING means "decompose".
How do you use DECOMPOSITION in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The decomposition is noted."
How many points is DECOMPOSITION worth in Scrabble?: DECOMPOSITION is worth 20 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DECOMPOSITION?: DECOMPOSITION is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).