How many points is TORTURES worth in Scrabble?

TORTURES is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept TORTURES?

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

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TORTURES

8 pts

TORTURES is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 8 points. TORTURES is a verb form of torture. TORTURE means "to subject to severe physical pain".

Meaning & examples

noun

Intentional causing of somebody's experiencing agony
Example: In every war there are acts of torture that cause the world to shudder.
The "suffering of the heart" imposed by one on another, as in personal relationships
Example: Coventry City midfielder Josh Ruffels described his 11 months out injured as 'absolute torture' after the goalless draw with Derby County Under-21s. (http//www.ccfc.co.uk/news/article/eleven-months-of-absolute-torture-760652.aspx)
(often as "absolute torture") stage fright, severe embarrassment

verb

To intentionally inflict severe pain or suffering on (someone).
Example: In the aftermath of 9/11, we did some things that were wrong. We did a whole lot of things that were right, but, we tortured some folks. We did some things that were contrary to our values.

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Definition and meaning

TORTURES is a verb form of torture. TORTURE means "to subject to severe physical pain".

In a sentence: "They tortures."

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TORTURES Scrabble FAQ

Is TORTURES a Scrabble word?: TORTURES is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 8 points.
What does TORTURES mean?: TORTURES is a verb form of torture. TORTURE means "to subject to severe physical pain".
How do you use TORTURES in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They tortures."
How many points is TORTURES worth in Scrabble?: TORTURES is worth 8 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept TORTURES?: TORTURES is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).