How many points is RECANT worth in Scrabble?

RECANT is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept RECANT?

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

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RECANT is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 8 points. RECANT means "to make a formal retraction or disavowal of".

/ɹəˈkænt/

Pronunciation: /ɹəˈkænt/

To withdraw or repudiate a statement or opinion formerly expressed, especially formally and publicly.
Example: Convince me that I am wrong, and I will recant.

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

to make a formal retraction or disavowal of

In a sentence: "They recant."

Check the Scrabble meaning of RECANT. It scores 8 points.

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Is RECANT a Scrabble word?: RECANT is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 8 points.
What does RECANT mean?: to make a formal retraction or disavowal of
How do you use RECANT in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They recant."
How many points is RECANT worth in Scrabble?: RECANT is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept RECANT?: RECANT is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).