How many points is RESTING worth in Scrabble?

RESTING is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept RESTING?

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

Can you add a letter to RESTING?

In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes CRESTING, WRESTING. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

RESTING

8 pts

RESTING is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 8 points. RESTING is a verb form of rest. REST means "to refresh oneself by ceasing work or activity".

Meaning & examples

/ˈɹɛstɪŋ/

Pronunciation: /ˈɹɛstɪŋ/

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verb

To cease from action, motion, work, or performance of any kind; stop; desist; be without motion.
To come to a pause or an end; end.
To be free from that which harasses or disturbs; be quiet or still; be undisturbed.

Synonyms: be, lie, remain, reside, stay, relieve, lean, relax

verb

To remain.

verb

To arrest.

noun

The action of rest
A place where one can rest; a resting-place.
A pause; a break; an interlude.

Synonyms: confidence, inactivity, reliance, repose, hiatus, moratorium, recess

adjective

That rests; that is not in action or in the process of growth.
Unemployed; out of work.
Remaining; stationary.

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Entry sources: en.wiktionary.org (1) · en.wiktionary.org (2)

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Definition and meaning

RESTING is a verb form of rest. REST means "to refresh oneself by ceasing work or activity".

In a sentence: "They resting."

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REST4 pts

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RESTING Scrabble FAQ

Is RESTING a Scrabble word?: RESTING is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 8 points.
What does RESTING mean?: RESTING is a verb form of rest. REST means "to refresh oneself by ceasing work or activity".
How do you use RESTING in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They resting."
How many points is RESTING worth in Scrabble?: RESTING is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept RESTING?: RESTING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to RESTING?: In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes CRESTING, WRESTING. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.