How many points is EXTENUATED worth in Scrabble?

EXTENUATED is worth 18 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept EXTENUATED?

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

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EXTENUATED

18 pts

EXTENUATED is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 18 points. EXTENUATED is a verb form of extenuate. EXTENUATE means "make (an offence or fault) less blameworthy".

Meaning & examples

verb

To lessen; to palliate; to lessen or weaken the force of; to diminish the conception of, as crime, guilt, faults, ills, accusations, etc.
To make thin or slender; to draw out so as to lessen the thickness.
To become thinner.

Synonyms: mitigate

Antonyms: aggravate

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Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

EXTENUATED is a verb form of extenuate. EXTENUATE means "make (an offence or fault) less blameworthy".

In a sentence: "They extenuated."

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EXTENUATE16 pts

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Letter Values

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EXTENUATED Scrabble FAQ

Is EXTENUATED a Scrabble word?: EXTENUATED is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 18 points.
What does EXTENUATED mean?: EXTENUATED is a verb form of extenuate. EXTENUATE means "make (an offence or fault) less blameworthy".
How do you use EXTENUATED in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They extenuated."
How many points is EXTENUATED worth in Scrabble?: EXTENUATED is worth 18 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept EXTENUATED?: EXTENUATED is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).