How many points is LUNGED worth in Scrabble?

LUNGED is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept LUNGED?

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

Can you add a letter to LUNGED?

In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes BLUNGED, PLUNGED. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

LUNGED

8 pts

LUNGED is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 8 points. LUNGED is a verb form of lunge. LUNGE means "to make a forceful forward movement".

Meaning & examples

/lʌndʒd/

Pronunciation: /lʌndʒd/

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Pronunciation: /lʌnɡd/

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verb

To (cause to make) a sudden forward movement (present participle: lunging).
Example: I lunged at the police officer and made a grab for her gun.
To longe or work a horse in a circle around a handler (present participle: lunging or lungeing).

adjective

Having lungs (breathing organs).

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

LUNGED is a verb form of lunge. LUNGE means "to make a forceful forward movement".

In a sentence: "They lunged."

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Base words

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LUNGE6 pts

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Letter Values

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LUNGED Scrabble FAQ

Is LUNGED a Scrabble word?: LUNGED is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 8 points.
What does LUNGED mean?: LUNGED is a verb form of lunge. LUNGE means "to make a forceful forward movement".
How do you use LUNGED in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They lunged."
How many points is LUNGED worth in Scrabble?: LUNGED is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept LUNGED?: LUNGED is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to LUNGED?: In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes BLUNGED, PLUNGED. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.