How many points is FORESTALLS worth in Scrabble?

FORESTALLS is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept FORESTALLS?

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

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FORESTALLS

13 pts

FORESTALLS is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 13 points. FORESTALLS is a verb form of forestall. FORESTALL means "prevent or guard against in advance".

Meaning & examples

verb

To prevent, delay or hinder something by taking precautionary or anticipatory measures; to avert.
Example: Fred forestalled disaster by his prompt action.
To preclude or bar from happening, render impossible.
To purchase the complete supply of a good, particularly foodstuffs, in order to charge a monopoly price.

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verb

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

FORESTALLS is a verb form of forestall. FORESTALL means "prevent or guard against in advance".

In a sentence: "They forestalls."

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FORESTALL12 pts

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Letter Values

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FORESTALLS Scrabble FAQ

Is FORESTALLS a Scrabble word?: FORESTALLS is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 13 points.
What does FORESTALLS mean?: FORESTALLS is a verb form of forestall. FORESTALL means "prevent or guard against in advance".
How do you use FORESTALLS in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They forestalls."
How many points is FORESTALLS worth in Scrabble?: FORESTALLS is worth 13 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept FORESTALLS?: FORESTALLS is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).