How many points is PURPOSES worth in Scrabble?

PURPOSES is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept PURPOSES?

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

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PURPOSES

12 pts

PURPOSES is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points. PURPOSES is a verb form of purpose. PURPOSE means "to resolve to perform or accomplish".

Meaning & examples

/ˈpɜːpəsɪz/

Pronunciation: /ˈpɝpəsɪz/

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noun

An objective to be reached; a target; an aim; a goal.
A result that is desired; an intention.
The act of intending to do something; resolution; determination.

Synonyms: determination, intention, resolution, aim, plan, reason, matter, subject

verb

To have set as one's purpose; resolve to accomplish; intend; plan.
(passive) To design for some purpose.
To discourse.

Synonyms: intended, aim, intend, mean, plan, set out

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

PURPOSES is a verb form of purpose. PURPOSE means "to resolve to perform or accomplish".

In a sentence: "They purposes."

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Base words

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PURPOSE11 pts

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

Letter Values

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PURPOSES Scrabble FAQ

Is PURPOSES a Scrabble word?: PURPOSES is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points.
What does PURPOSES mean?: PURPOSES is a verb form of purpose. PURPOSE means "to resolve to perform or accomplish".
How do you use PURPOSES in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They purposes."
How many points is PURPOSES worth in Scrabble?: PURPOSES is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept PURPOSES?: PURPOSES is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).