How many points is DEPUTIZE worth in Scrabble?

DEPUTIZE is worth 20 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DEPUTIZE?

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

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

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20 pts

DEPUTIZE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 20 points. DEPUTIZE means "act as deputy".

/ˈdɛpjətaɪz/

To make (someone) a deputy; to officially empower.
To make or name as a substitute.
Example: I deputize you to act for me while I'm away.
To act as a deputy.

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Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

act as deputy

In a sentence: "They deputize."

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

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

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