How many points is CHARACTERIZES worth in Scrabble?

CHARACTERIZES is worth 29 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept CHARACTERIZES?

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

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CHARACTERIZES

29 pts

CHARACTERIZES is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 29 points. CHARACTERIZES is a verb form of characterize. CHARACTERIZE means "to describe the character or quality of".

Meaning & examples

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

CHARACTERIZES is a verb form of characterize. CHARACTERIZE means "to describe the character or quality of".

In a sentence: "They characterizes."

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Base words

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CHARACTERIZE28 pts

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Letter Values

Z10

= 29

CHARACTERIZES Scrabble FAQ

Is CHARACTERIZES a Scrabble word?: CHARACTERIZES is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 29 points.
What does CHARACTERIZES mean?: CHARACTERIZES is a verb form of characterize. CHARACTERIZE means "to describe the character or quality of".
How do you use CHARACTERIZES in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They characterizes."
How many points is CHARACTERIZES worth in Scrabble?: CHARACTERIZES is worth 29 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept CHARACTERIZES?: CHARACTERIZES is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).