How many points is REDUCE worth in Scrabble?

REDUCE is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept REDUCE?

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

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REDUCE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points. REDUCE is a verb form of diminish. DIMINISH means "to lessen".

/ɹɪˈdjuːs/

Pronunciation: /ɹɪˈduːs/

To bring down the size, quantity, quality, value or intensity of something; to diminish, to lower.
Example: to reduce weight, speed, heat, expenses, price, personnel etc.
To lose weight.
To bring to an inferior rank; to degrade, to demote.
Example: Hester Prynne was shocked at the condition to which she found the clergyman reduced.

Antonyms: increase

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Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

REDUCE is a verb form of diminish. DIMINISH means "to lessen".

In a sentence: "They reduce."

Check the Scrabble meaning of REDUCE. It scores 9 points.

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Is REDUCE a Scrabble word?: REDUCE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points.
What does REDUCE mean?: REDUCE is a verb form of diminish. DIMINISH means "to lessen".
How do you use REDUCE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They reduce."
How many points is REDUCE worth in Scrabble?: REDUCE is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept REDUCE?: REDUCE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).