How many points is EXTENUATES worth in Scrabble?

EXTENUATES is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept EXTENUATES?

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

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EXTENUATES

17 pts

EXTENUATES is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 17 points. EXTENUATES 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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Definition and meaning

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

In a sentence: "They extenuates."

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EXTENUATE16 pts

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Letter Values

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EXTENUATES Scrabble FAQ

Is EXTENUATES a Scrabble word?: EXTENUATES is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 17 points.
What does EXTENUATES mean?: EXTENUATES is a verb form of extenuate. EXTENUATE means "make (an offence or fault) less blameworthy".
How do you use EXTENUATES in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They extenuates."
How many points is EXTENUATES worth in Scrabble?: EXTENUATES is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept EXTENUATES?: EXTENUATES is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).