How many points is FORGIVING worth in Scrabble?

FORGIVING is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept FORGIVING?

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

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FORGIVING is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 17 points. FORGIVING is a verb form of forgive. FORGIVE means "to pardon".

To pardon; to waive any negative feeling or desire for punishment, retribution, or compensation.
Example: Forgive others, not because they deserve forgiveness, but because you deserve peace.
To accord forgiveness.

Inclined to forgive.
Example: I am inclined to take a forgiving attitude, since this is his first offence.
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Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

FORGIVING is a verb form of forgive. FORGIVE means "to pardon".

In a sentence: "They forgiving."

Check the Scrabble meaning of FORGIVING. It scores 17 points.

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Is FORGIVING a Scrabble word?: FORGIVING is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 17 points.
What does FORGIVING mean?: FORGIVING is a verb form of forgive. FORGIVE means "to pardon".
How do you use FORGIVING in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They forgiving."
How many points is FORGIVING worth in Scrabble?: FORGIVING is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept FORGIVING?: FORGIVING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).