How many points is EXTORTING worth in Scrabble?

EXTORTING is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept EXTORTING?

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

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EXTORTING

17 pts

EXTORTING is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 17 points. EXTORTING is a verb form of extort. EXTORT means "to obtain from a person by violence or intimidation".

Meaning & examples

verb

To take or seize off an unwilling person by physical force, menace, duress, torture, or any undue or illegal exercise of power or ingenuity
Example: to extort a promise
To obtain by means of the offense of extortion.
To twist outwards.

Synonyms: exact, tear, wrench, wring

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

EXTORTING is a verb form of extort. EXTORT means "to obtain from a person by violence or intimidation".

In a sentence: "They extorting."

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Base words

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EXTORT13 pts

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Letter Values

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EXTORTING Scrabble FAQ

Is EXTORTING a Scrabble word?: EXTORTING is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 17 points.
What does EXTORTING mean?: EXTORTING is a verb form of extort. EXTORT means "to obtain from a person by violence or intimidation".
How do you use EXTORTING in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They extorting."
How many points is EXTORTING worth in Scrabble?: EXTORTING is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept EXTORTING?: EXTORTING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).