How many points is MOTION worth in Scrabble?

MOTION is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept MOTION?

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

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

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8 pts

MOTION is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 8 points. MOTION means "to signal by a bodily movement".

/ˈməʊʃən/

Pronunciation: /ˈmoʊʃən/

Antonyms: rest

To gesture indicating a desired movement.
Example: He motioned for me to come closer.
To introduce a motion in parliamentary procedure.
To make a proposal; to offer plans.

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

to signal by a bodily movement

In a sentence: "They motion."

Check the Scrabble meaning of MOTION. It scores 8 points.

Add one letter before MOTION. Scores are base word totals before board bonuses.

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Is MOTION a Scrabble word?: MOTION is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 8 points.
What does MOTION mean?: to signal by a bodily movement
How do you use MOTION in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They motion."
How many points is MOTION worth in Scrabble?: MOTION is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept MOTION?: MOTION is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to MOTION?: In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes AMOTION, EMOTION. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.