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DISTINGUISHING is worth 20 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

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

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DISTINGUISHING

20 pts

DISTINGUISHING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 20 points. DISTINGUISHING is a verb form of distinguish. DISTINGUISH means "to perceive a difference in".

Meaning & examples

verb

To recognize someone or something as different from others based on its characteristics.
To see someone or something clearly or distinctly.
To make oneself noticeably different or better from others through accomplishments.
Example: The soldier distinguished himself in combat and received a medal.

Synonyms: differentiate, discriminate

Antonyms: confuse

noun

The act by which something is distinguished or told apart.

adjective

That serves to distinguish.

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Definition and meaning

DISTINGUISHING is a verb form of distinguish. DISTINGUISH means "to perceive a difference in".

In a sentence: "They distinguishing."

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DISTINGUISH16 pts

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Letter Values

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DISTINGUISHING Scrabble FAQ

Is DISTINGUISHING a Scrabble word?: DISTINGUISHING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 20 points.
What does DISTINGUISHING mean?: DISTINGUISHING is a verb form of distinguish. DISTINGUISH means "to perceive a difference in".
How do you use DISTINGUISHING in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They distinguishing."
How many points is DISTINGUISHING worth in Scrabble?: DISTINGUISHING is worth 20 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept DISTINGUISHING?: DISTINGUISHING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).