How many points is CRIMINALIZE worth in Scrabble?

CRIMINALIZE is worth 24 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept CRIMINALIZE?

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

Can you add a letter to CRIMINALIZE?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

CRIMINALIZE

24 pts

CRIMINALIZE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 24 points. CRIMINALIZE means "to make illegal".

Meaning & examples

verb

To make (something) a crime; to make illegal under criminal law; to ban.
To treat as a criminal.

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verb

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

to make illegal

In a sentence: "They criminalize."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of CRIMINALIZE. It scores 24 points.

Back hooks

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Up to 12 highest-scoring shorter words using only the letters in CRIMINALIZE, without blank tiles.

Letter Values

Z10

= 24

CRIMINALIZE Scrabble FAQ

Is CRIMINALIZE a Scrabble word?: CRIMINALIZE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 24 points.
What does CRIMINALIZE mean?: to make illegal
How do you use CRIMINALIZE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They criminalize."
How many points is CRIMINALIZE worth in Scrabble?: CRIMINALIZE is worth 24 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept CRIMINALIZE?: CRIMINALIZE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to CRIMINALIZE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes CRIMINALIZED, CRIMINALIZES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.