How many points is CATALYSE worth in Scrabble?

CATALYSE is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept CATALYSE?

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

Can you add a letter to CATALYSE?

In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes CATALYSED, CATALYSER, CATALYSES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

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CATALYSE

13 pts

CATALYSE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 13 points. CATALYSE means "speed up (a chemical reaction) by a catalyst".

Meaning & examples

verb

To bring about the catalysis of a chemical reaction.
To accelerate a process.
To inspire significantly by catalysis.

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

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verb

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

speed up (a chemical reaction) by a catalyst

In a sentence: "They catalyse."

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Letter Values

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CATALYSE Scrabble FAQ

Is CATALYSE a Scrabble word?: CATALYSE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 13 points.
What does CATALYSE mean?: speed up (a chemical reaction) by a catalyst
How do you use CATALYSE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They catalyse."
How many points is CATALYSE worth in Scrabble?: CATALYSE is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept CATALYSE?: CATALYSE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to CATALYSE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes CATALYSED, CATALYSER, CATALYSES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.