How many points is COMPROMISE worth in Scrabble?

COMPROMISE is worth 18 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept COMPROMISE?

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

Can you add a letter to COMPROMISE?

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

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Scrabble Dictionary

COMPROMISE

18 pts

COMPROMISE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 18 points. COMPROMISE means "to adjust or settle by mutual concessions".

Meaning & examples

/ˈkɒmpɹəˌmaɪz/

Pronunciation: /ˈkɒmpɹəˌmaɪz/

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Pronunciation: /ˈkɑmpɹəˌmaɪz/

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noun

The settlement of differences by arbitration or by consent reached by mutual concessions.
A committal to something derogatory or objectionable; a prejudicial concession; a surrender.
Example: a compromise of character or right
In data security, a violation of the security system such that an unauthorized disclosure or loss of sensitive information may have occurred, or the unauthorized disclosure or loss itself.

verb

To bind by mutual agreement.
To adjust and settle by mutual concessions; to compound.
To find a way between extremes.

Synonyms: split the difference

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verb

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

to adjust or settle by mutual concessions

In a sentence: "They compromise."

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Letter Values

= 18

COMPROMISE Scrabble FAQ

Is COMPROMISE a Scrabble word?: COMPROMISE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 18 points.
What does COMPROMISE mean?: to adjust or settle by mutual concessions
How do you use COMPROMISE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They compromise."
How many points is COMPROMISE worth in Scrabble?: COMPROMISE is worth 18 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept COMPROMISE?: COMPROMISE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to COMPROMISE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes COMPROMISED, COMPROMISER, COMPROMISES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.