How many points is OPTIMISE worth in Scrabble?

OPTIMISE is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept OPTIMISE?

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

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OPTIMISE

12 pts

OPTIMISE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points. OPTIMISE is a verb form of optimize. OPTIMIZE means "to make as perfect, useful, or effective as possible".

Meaning & examples

verb

(originally intransitive) To act optimistically or as an optimist.
To make (something) optimal.
To make (something) more efficient, such as a computer program.

Synonyms: enhance, hone, improve, perfect

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

OPTIMISE is a verb form of optimize. OPTIMIZE means "to make as perfect, useful, or effective as possible".

In a sentence: "They optimise."

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OPTIMIZE21 pts

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

Letter Values

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OPTIMISE Scrabble FAQ

Is OPTIMISE a Scrabble word?: OPTIMISE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points.
What does OPTIMISE mean?: OPTIMISE is a verb form of optimize. OPTIMIZE means "to make as perfect, useful, or effective as possible".
How do you use OPTIMISE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They optimise."
How many points is OPTIMISE worth in Scrabble?: OPTIMISE is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept OPTIMISE?: OPTIMISE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).