How many points is DISCOURAGE worth in Scrabble?

DISCOURAGE is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept DISCOURAGE?

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

Can you add a letter to DISCOURAGE?

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

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Scrabble Dictionary

DISCOURAGE

14 pts

DISCOURAGE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 14 points. DISCOURAGE means "to dishearten".

Meaning & examples

/dɪsˈkʌɹɪd͡ʒ/

Pronunciation: /dɪsˈkɝɪd͡ʒ/

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noun

Lack of courage

Synonyms: cowardliness

verb

To extinguish the courage of; to dishearten; to depress the spirits of; to deprive of confidence; to deject.
Example: Don't be discouraged by the amount of work left to do: you'll finish it in good time.
To persuade somebody not to do (something).

Synonyms: becourage, deter, dissuade

Antonyms: encourage

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verb

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

to dishearten

In a sentence: "They discourage."

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Letter Values

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DISCOURAGE Scrabble FAQ

Is DISCOURAGE a Scrabble word?: DISCOURAGE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 14 points.
What does DISCOURAGE mean?: to dishearten
How do you use DISCOURAGE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They discourage."
How many points is DISCOURAGE worth in Scrabble?: DISCOURAGE is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DISCOURAGE?: DISCOURAGE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to DISCOURAGE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes DISCOURAGED, DISCOURAGER, DISCOURAGES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.