How many points is DECOMPRESSION worth in Scrabble?

DECOMPRESSION is worth 20 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DECOMPRESSION?

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

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

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DECOMPRESSION is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 20 points. DECOMPRESSION means "the act of decompressing".

/diːkəmˈpɹɛʃən/

The process of decompressing.
Example: The decompression of large data files may take a while.
The restoration to atmospheric pressure of a person who has spent time under higher pressure (such as a diver)
Mode of operation of some internal combustion engines that makes them easier to start, but significantly increases fuel consumption.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

the act of decompressing

In a sentence: "The decompression is noted."

Check the Scrabble meaning of DECOMPRESSION. It scores 20 points.

Add one letter after DECOMPRESSION. Every word is valid in CSW24 (International).

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

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Is DECOMPRESSION a Scrabble word?: DECOMPRESSION is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 20 points.
What does DECOMPRESSION mean?: the act of decompressing
How do you use DECOMPRESSION in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The decompression is noted."
How many points is DECOMPRESSION worth in Scrabble?: DECOMPRESSION is worth 20 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DECOMPRESSION?: DECOMPRESSION is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to DECOMPRESSION?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes DECOMPRESSIONS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.