How many points is EMPHASISE worth in Scrabble?

EMPHASISE is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept EMPHASISE?

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

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EMPHASISE

16 pts

EMPHASISE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 16 points. EMPHASISE is a verb form of emphasize. EMPHASIZE means "to place emphasis on".

Meaning & examples

verb

To stress, give emphasis or extra weight to (something).
Example: His two-fingered gesture emphasized what he had told his boss to do with his job.

Synonyms: betone, stress, underscore

Antonyms: de-emphasize, downplay

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

EMPHASISE is a verb form of emphasize. EMPHASIZE means "to place emphasis on".

In a sentence: "They emphasise."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of EMPHASISE. It scores 16 points.

Base words

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EMPHASIZE25 pts

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

Letter Values

= 16

EMPHASISE Scrabble FAQ

Is EMPHASISE a Scrabble word?: EMPHASISE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 16 points.
What does EMPHASISE mean?: EMPHASISE is a verb form of emphasize. EMPHASIZE means "to place emphasis on".
How do you use EMPHASISE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They emphasise."
How many points is EMPHASISE worth in Scrabble?: EMPHASISE is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept EMPHASISE?: EMPHASISE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).