How many points is ENCROACHED worth in Scrabble?

ENCROACHED is worth 18 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept ENCROACHED?

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

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ENCROACHED

18 pts

ENCROACHED is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 18 points. ENCROACHED is a verb form of encroach. ENCROACH means "intrude gradually on a person's rights or land".

Meaning & examples

verb

To seize, appropriate
To intrude unrightfully on someone else’s rights or territory
To advance gradually beyond due limits

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Definition and meaning

ENCROACHED is a verb form of encroach. ENCROACH means "intrude gradually on a person's rights or land".

In a sentence: "They encroached."

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ENCROACH15 pts

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Letter Values

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ENCROACHED Scrabble FAQ

Is ENCROACHED a Scrabble word?: ENCROACHED is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 18 points.
What does ENCROACHED mean?: ENCROACHED is a verb form of encroach. ENCROACH means "intrude gradually on a person's rights or land".
How do you use ENCROACHED in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They encroached."
How many points is ENCROACHED worth in Scrabble?: ENCROACHED is worth 18 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept ENCROACHED?: ENCROACHED is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).