How many points is CRINGE worth in Scrabble?

CRINGE is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept CRINGE?

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

Can you add a letter to CRINGE?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

CRINGE

9 pts

CRINGE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points. CRINGE means "wince in embarrassment (slang)".

Meaning & examples

/kɹɪnd͡ʒ/

Pronunciation: /kɹɪnd͡ʒ/

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noun

A posture or gesture of shrinking or recoiling.
Example: He glanced with a cringe at the mess on his desk.
A servile obeisance.
A crick.

verb

To shrink, cower, tense or recoil, as in fear, disgust or embarrassment.
Example: He cringed as the bird collided with the window.
To bow or crouch in servility.
To contract; to draw together; to cause to shrink or wrinkle; to distort.

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verb

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

wince in embarrassment (slang)

In a sentence: "They cringe."

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Letter Values

= 9

CRINGE Scrabble FAQ

Is CRINGE a Scrabble word?: CRINGE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points.
What does CRINGE mean?: wince in embarrassment (slang)
How do you use CRINGE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They cringe."
How many points is CRINGE worth in Scrabble?: CRINGE is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept CRINGE?: CRINGE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to CRINGE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes CRINGED, CRINGER, CRINGES, CRINGEY. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.