How many points is DEVOLVING worth in Scrabble?

DEVOLVING is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DEVOLVING?

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

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DEVOLVING

17 pts

DEVOLVING is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 17 points. DEVOLVING is a verb form of devolve. DEVOLVE means "to transfer from one person to another".

Meaning & examples

verb

To roll (something) down; to unroll.
To be inherited by someone else; to pass down upon the next person in a succession, especially through failure or loss of an earlier holder.
To delegate (a responsibility, duty, etc.) on or upon someone.

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

DEVOLVING is a verb form of devolve. DEVOLVE means "to transfer from one person to another".

In a sentence: "They devolving."

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Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

DEVOLVE14 pts

Shorter words from these letters

Up to 12 highest-scoring shorter words using only the letters in DEVOLVING, without blank tiles.

Letter Values

= 17

DEVOLVING Scrabble FAQ

Is DEVOLVING a Scrabble word?: DEVOLVING is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 17 points.
What does DEVOLVING mean?: DEVOLVING is a verb form of devolve. DEVOLVE means "to transfer from one person to another".
How do you use DEVOLVING in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They devolving."
How many points is DEVOLVING worth in Scrabble?: DEVOLVING is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DEVOLVING?: DEVOLVING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).