How many points is LEGITIMATE worth in Scrabble?

LEGITIMATE is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept LEGITIMATE?

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

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LEGITIMATE

13 pts

LEGITIMATE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 13 points. LEGITIMATE is listed as a playable Scrabble word, but this lexicon entry has no definition text.

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noun

A person born to a legally married couple.

Antonyms: bastard, illegitimate

verb

To make legitimate, lawful, or valid; especially, to put in the position or state of a legitimate person before the law, by legal means.

Synonyms: legitimize

adjective

In accordance with the law or established legal forms and requirements.
Conforming to known principles, or established or accepted rules or standards; valid.
Example: legitimate reasoning; a legitimate standard or method
Authentic, real, genuine.
Example: legitimate poems of Chaucer; legitimate inscriptions

Synonyms: lawful, legal, rightful

Antonyms: false, illegitimate

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

LEGITIMATE is listed as a playable Scrabble word, but this lexicon entry has no definition text.

In a sentence: "They legitimate."

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Letter Values

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LEGITIMATE Scrabble FAQ

Is LEGITIMATE a Scrabble word?: LEGITIMATE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 13 points.
What does LEGITIMATE mean?: LEGITIMATE is listed as a playable Scrabble word, but this lexicon entry has no definition text.
How do you use LEGITIMATE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They legitimate."
How many points is LEGITIMATE worth in Scrabble?: LEGITIMATE is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept LEGITIMATE?: LEGITIMATE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).