How many points is EMBELLISHES worth in Scrabble?

EMBELLISHES is worth 18 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept EMBELLISHES?

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

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EMBELLISHES

18 pts

EMBELLISHES is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 18 points. EMBELLISHES is a verb form of embellish. EMBELLISH means "decorate".

Meaning & examples

verb

To make more beautiful and attractive; to decorate.
Example: The old book cover was embellished with golden letters
To make something sound or look better or more acceptable than it is in reality; to distort, to embroider.
Example: to embellish a story, the truth

Synonyms: adorn, beautify, deck, decorate, grace, ornament, prettify

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Definition and meaning

EMBELLISHES is a verb form of embellish. EMBELLISH means "decorate".

In a sentence: "They embellishes."

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Base words

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EMBELLISH16 pts

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Letter Values

= 18

EMBELLISHES Scrabble FAQ

Is EMBELLISHES a Scrabble word?: EMBELLISHES is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 18 points.
What does EMBELLISHES mean?: EMBELLISHES is a verb form of embellish. EMBELLISH means "decorate".
How do you use EMBELLISHES in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They embellishes."
How many points is EMBELLISHES worth in Scrabble?: EMBELLISHES is worth 18 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept EMBELLISHES?: EMBELLISHES is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).