How many points is ENCOURAGING worth in Scrabble?

ENCOURAGING is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept ENCOURAGING?

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

Can you add a letter to ENCOURAGING?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

ENCOURAGING

15 pts

ENCOURAGING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 15 points. ENCOURAGING is a verb form of encourage. ENCOURAGE means "inspire with confidence".

Meaning & examples

/ɪnˈkʌɹɪd͡ʒɪŋ/

verb

To mentally support; to motivate, give courage, hope or spirit.
Example: I encouraged him during his race.
To spur on, strongly recommend.
Example: We encourage the use of bicycles in the town centre.
To foster, give help or patronage
Example: The royal family has always encouraged the arts in word and deed

Synonyms: bield, embolden

Antonyms: becourage, discourage

noun

Encouragement

adjective

Giving courage, confidence or hope
Example: Although there is no cure for the disease yet, the research results are encouraging.
Supporting by giving encouragement
Auspicious, or bringing good luck

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verb

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

ENCOURAGING is a verb form of encourage. ENCOURAGE means "inspire with confidence".

In a sentence: "They encouraging."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of ENCOURAGING. It scores 15 points.

Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

ENCOURAGE12 pts

Back hooks

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

ENCOURAGINGS16 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 15

ENCOURAGING Scrabble FAQ

Is ENCOURAGING a Scrabble word?: ENCOURAGING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 15 points.
What does ENCOURAGING mean?: ENCOURAGING is a verb form of encourage. ENCOURAGE means "inspire with confidence".
How do you use ENCOURAGING in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They encouraging."
How many points is ENCOURAGING worth in Scrabble?: ENCOURAGING is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept ENCOURAGING?: ENCOURAGING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to ENCOURAGING?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes ENCOURAGINGS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.