How many points is DESIGNATES worth in Scrabble?

DESIGNATES is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DESIGNATES?

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

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DESIGNATES

12 pts

DESIGNATES is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points. DESIGNATES is a verb form of designate. DESIGNATE means "give a name to".

Meaning & examples

/ˈdɛzɪɡ.nəts/

verb

To mark out and make known; to point out; to indicate; to show; to distinguish by marks or description
Example: to designate the boundaries of a country
To call by a distinctive title; to name.
To indicate or set apart for a purpose or duty; — with to or for; to designate an officer for or to the command of a post or station.

Synonyms: denominate, entitle, name, style, denote, describe, indicate, note

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Definition and meaning

DESIGNATES is a verb form of designate. DESIGNATE means "give a name to".

In a sentence: "They designates."

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Base words

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DESIGNATE11 pts

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

Letter Values

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DESIGNATES Scrabble FAQ

Is DESIGNATES a Scrabble word?: DESIGNATES is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points.
What does DESIGNATES mean?: DESIGNATES is a verb form of designate. DESIGNATE means "give a name to".
How do you use DESIGNATES in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They designates."
How many points is DESIGNATES worth in Scrabble?: DESIGNATES is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DESIGNATES?: DESIGNATES is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).