How many points is ORIGINATES worth in Scrabble?

ORIGINATES is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept ORIGINATES?

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

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ORIGINATES

11 pts

ORIGINATES is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 11 points. ORIGINATES is a verb form of originate. ORIGINATE means "to have a specific beginning".

Meaning & examples

verb

To cause to be, to bring into existence; to produce, initiate.
To come into existence; to have origin or beginning; to spring, be derived (from, with).
Example: The scheme originated with the governor and council.

Synonyms: begin, initiate, spring to life, take shape

Antonyms: destinate, end, terminate

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Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

ORIGINATES is a verb form of originate. ORIGINATE means "to have a specific beginning".

In a sentence: "They originates."

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Letter Values

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ORIGINATES Scrabble FAQ

Is ORIGINATES a Scrabble word?: ORIGINATES is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 11 points.
What does ORIGINATES mean?: ORIGINATES is a verb form of originate. ORIGINATE means "to have a specific beginning".
How do you use ORIGINATES in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They originates."
How many points is ORIGINATES worth in Scrabble?: ORIGINATES is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept ORIGINATES?: ORIGINATES is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).