How many points is CONTAMINATES worth in Scrabble?

CONTAMINATES is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept CONTAMINATES?

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

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CONTAMINATES

16 pts

CONTAMINATES is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 16 points. CONTAMINATES is a verb form of contaminate. CONTAMINATE means "to pollute by contact or association".

Meaning & examples

verb

To make something dangerous or toxic by introducing impurities or foreign matter.
Example: This water is contaminated. It isn't safe to drink.
To soil, stain, corrupt, or infect by contact or association.
To make unfit for use by the introduction of unwholesome or undesirable elements.
Example: Do not contaminate the peanut butter with the jelly.

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Definition and meaning

CONTAMINATES is a verb form of contaminate. CONTAMINATE means "to pollute by contact or association".

In a sentence: "They contaminates."

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Letter Values

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CONTAMINATES Scrabble FAQ

Is CONTAMINATES a Scrabble word?: CONTAMINATES is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 16 points.
What does CONTAMINATES mean?: CONTAMINATES is a verb form of contaminate. CONTAMINATE means "to pollute by contact or association".
How do you use CONTAMINATES in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They contaminates."
How many points is CONTAMINATES worth in Scrabble?: CONTAMINATES is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept CONTAMINATES?: CONTAMINATES is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).