How many points is CHARACTERIZE worth in Scrabble?

CHARACTERIZE is worth 28 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept CHARACTERIZE?

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

Can you add a letter to CHARACTERIZE?

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

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Scrabble Dictionary

CHARACTERIZE

28 pts

CHARACTERIZE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 28 points. CHARACTERIZE means "to describe the character or quality of".

Meaning & examples

/ˈkæɹəktəɹaɪz/

verb

To depict someone or something a particular way (often negative).
To be typical of.
To determine the characteristics of.

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verb

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

to describe the character or quality of

In a sentence: "They characterize."

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Back hooks

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Shorter words from these letters

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Letter Values

Z10

= 28

CHARACTERIZE Scrabble FAQ

Is CHARACTERIZE a Scrabble word?: CHARACTERIZE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 28 points.
What does CHARACTERIZE mean?: to describe the character or quality of
How do you use CHARACTERIZE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They characterize."
How many points is CHARACTERIZE worth in Scrabble?: CHARACTERIZE is worth 28 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept CHARACTERIZE?: CHARACTERIZE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to CHARACTERIZE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes CHARACTERIZED, CHARACTERIZER, CHARACTERIZES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.