How many points is EXPLORES worth in Scrabble?

EXPLORES is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept EXPLORES?

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

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EXPLORES

17 pts

EXPLORES is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 17 points. EXPLORES is a verb form of explore. EXPLORE means "to travel through for the purpose of discovery".

Meaning & examples

verb

To seek for something or after someone.
To examine or investigate something systematically.
Example: The committee has been exploring alternative solutions to the problem at hand.
To travel somewhere in search of discovery.
Example: It was around that time that the expedition began exploring the Arctic Circle.

Synonyms: delve, research

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

EXPLORES is a verb form of explore. EXPLORE means "to travel through for the purpose of discovery".

In a sentence: "They explores."

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Base words

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EXPLORE16 pts

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Letter Values

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EXPLORES Scrabble FAQ

Is EXPLORES a Scrabble word?: EXPLORES is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 17 points.
What does EXPLORES mean?: EXPLORES is a verb form of explore. EXPLORE means "to travel through for the purpose of discovery".
How do you use EXPLORES in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They explores."
How many points is EXPLORES worth in Scrabble?: EXPLORES is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept EXPLORES?: EXPLORES is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).