How many points is PERVERTING worth in Scrabble?

PERVERTING is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept PERVERTING?

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

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PERVERTING

16 pts

PERVERTING is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 16 points. PERVERTING is a verb form of pervert. PERVERT means "to turn away from the right course of action".

Meaning & examples

verb

To turn another way; to divert.
To corrupt; to cause to be untrue; corrupted or otherwise impure
Example: How could stopping someone from killing himself or herself "pervert the course of justice"?
To misapply, misuse, use for a nefarious purpose
Example: He has perverted his talents to dishonest gain.

Synonyms: corrupt, lead astray, divert, steer, veer, misapply, misuse, twist

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

PERVERTING is a verb form of pervert. PERVERT means "to turn away from the right course of action".

In a sentence: "They perverting."

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Base words

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PERVERT12 pts

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Letter Values

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PERVERTING Scrabble FAQ

Is PERVERTING a Scrabble word?: PERVERTING is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 16 points.
What does PERVERTING mean?: PERVERTING is a verb form of pervert. PERVERT means "to turn away from the right course of action".
How do you use PERVERTING in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They perverting."
How many points is PERVERTING worth in Scrabble?: PERVERTING is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept PERVERTING?: PERVERTING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).