How many points is EXCUSE worth in Scrabble?

EXCUSE is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept EXCUSE?

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

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EXCUSE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 15 points. EXCUSE means "to apologize for".

Explanation designed to avoid or alleviate guilt or negative judgment; a plea offered in extenuation of a fault.
Example: Tell me why you were late – and I don't want to hear any excuses!
A defense to a criminal or civil charge wherein the accused party admits to doing acts for which legal consequences would normally be appropriate, but asserts that special circumstances relieve that party of culpability for having done those acts.
(with preceding negative adjective, especially sorry, poor or lame) An example of something that is substandard or of inferior quality.
Example: He's a sorry excuse of a doctor.

Synonyms: pretext

To forgive; to pardon.
Example: I excused him his transgressions.
To allow to leave, or release from any obligation.
Example: I excused myself from the proceedings to think over what I'd heard.
To provide an excuse for; to explain, with the aim of alleviating guilt or negative judgement.
Example: You know he shouldn't have done it, so don't try to excuse his behavior!

Synonyms: forgive, let off the hook, let pass, pardon, unguilt

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

to apologize for

In a sentence: "They excuse."

Check the Scrabble meaning of EXCUSE. It scores 15 points.

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Is EXCUSE a Scrabble word?: EXCUSE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 15 points.
What does EXCUSE mean?: to apologize for
How do you use EXCUSE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They excuse."
How many points is EXCUSE worth in Scrabble?: EXCUSE is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept EXCUSE?: EXCUSE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).