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PUNITIVE

13 pts

PUNITIVE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 13 points. PUNITIVE means "inflicting punishment".

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adjective

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

inflicting punishment

In a sentence: "It is punitive."

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Letter Values

P3
U1
N1
I1
T1
I1
V4
E1
= 13

PUNITIVE Scrabble FAQ

Is PUNITIVE a Scrabble word?
PUNITIVE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 13 points.
What does PUNITIVE mean?
inflicting punishment
How do you use PUNITIVE in a sentence?
In a sentence: "It is punitive."
How many points is PUNITIVE worth in Scrabble?
PUNITIVE is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept PUNITIVE?
PUNITIVE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).