How many points is FIGURATIVE worth in Scrabble?

FIGURATIVE is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept FIGURATIVE?

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

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17 pts

FIGURATIVE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 17 points. FIGURATIVE means "representing by a figure or resemblance".

/ˈfɪɡəɹətɪv/

Pronunciation: /ˈfɪɡəɹətɪv/

Of use as a metaphor, simile, or metonym, as opposed to literal; using figures; as when saying that someone who eats more than they should is a pig or like a pig.
Metaphorically so called.
With many figures of speech.

Antonyms: literal

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adjective

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

representing by a figure or resemblance

In a sentence: "It is figurative."

Check the Scrabble meaning of FIGURATIVE. It scores 17 points.

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Is FIGURATIVE a Scrabble word?: FIGURATIVE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 17 points.
What does FIGURATIVE mean?: representing by a figure or resemblance
How do you use FIGURATIVE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "It is figurative."
How many points is FIGURATIVE worth in Scrabble?: FIGURATIVE is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept FIGURATIVE?: FIGURATIVE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).