How many points is ENCUMBERING worth in Scrabble?

ENCUMBERING is worth 18 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept ENCUMBERING?

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

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ENCUMBERING

18 pts

ENCUMBERING is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 18 points. ENCUMBERING is a verb form of encumber. ENCUMBER means "to hinder in action or movement".

Meaning & examples

verb

To load down something with a burden
To restrict or block something with a hindrance or impediment
To burden with a legal claim or other obligation

Antonyms: disencumber, unencumber, unload

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

ENCUMBERING is a verb form of encumber. ENCUMBER means "to hinder in action or movement".

In a sentence: "They encumbering."

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Base words

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ENCUMBER14 pts

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Letter Values

= 18

ENCUMBERING Scrabble FAQ

Is ENCUMBERING a Scrabble word?: ENCUMBERING is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 18 points.
What does ENCUMBERING mean?: ENCUMBERING is a verb form of encumber. ENCUMBER means "to hinder in action or movement".
How do you use ENCUMBERING in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They encumbering."
How many points is ENCUMBERING worth in Scrabble?: ENCUMBERING is worth 18 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept ENCUMBERING?: ENCUMBERING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).