How many points is MANIPULATION worth in Scrabble?

MANIPULATION is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept MANIPULATION?

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

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MANIPULATION

16 pts

MANIPULATION is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 16 points. MANIPULATION means "the act of manipulating. MANIPULATING means "manipulate".".

Meaning & examples

/məˌnɪp.juˈleɪ.ʃən/

noun

The practice of manipulating or the state of being manipulated.
Example: The dealer's manipulations could have removed cards from the deck.
The skillful use of the hands in, for example, chiropractic.
Example: After a few minutes of manipulation each week, she obtained days of relief from her neck pain.
The usage of underhanded influence over a person, event, or situation to gain a desired outcome.
Example: The counselor was able to reach the disturbed teen through positive psychological manipulation.

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

the act of manipulating. MANIPULATING means "manipulate".

In a sentence: "The manipulation is noted."

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Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

MANIPULATING17 pts

Word forms

MANIPULATIONS17 pts

Shorter words from these letters

Up to 12 highest-scoring shorter words using only the letters in MANIPULATION, without blank tiles.

Letter Values

= 16

MANIPULATION Scrabble FAQ

Is MANIPULATION a Scrabble word?: MANIPULATION is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 16 points.
What does MANIPULATION mean?: the act of manipulating. MANIPULATING means "manipulate".
How do you use MANIPULATION in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The manipulation is noted."
How many points is MANIPULATION worth in Scrabble?: MANIPULATION is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept MANIPULATION?: MANIPULATION is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).