How many points is FORFEITING worth in Scrabble?

FORFEITING is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept FORFEITING?

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

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FORFEITING

17 pts

FORFEITING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 17 points. FORFEITING is a noun form of forfeit. FORFEIT means "thing lost or given up as a penalty for a fault or mistake".

Meaning & examples

verb

To suffer the loss of something by wrongdoing or non-compliance
Example: He forfeited his last chance of an early release from jail by repeatedly attacking another inmate.
To lose a contest, game, match, or other form of competition by voluntary withdrawal, by failing to attend or participate, or by violation of the rules
Example: Because only nine players were present, the football team was forced to forfeit the game.
To be guilty of a misdeed; to be criminal; to transgress.

Synonyms: capitulate, disqualify, surrender, forgo, withgo

noun

The act by which something is forfeited or surrendered; a giving up.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

FORFEITING is a noun form of forfeit. FORFEIT means "thing lost or given up as a penalty for a fault or mistake".

In a sentence: "The forfeiting is noted."

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Letter Values

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FORFEITING Scrabble FAQ

Is FORFEITING a Scrabble word?: FORFEITING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 17 points.
What does FORFEITING mean?: FORFEITING is a noun form of forfeit. FORFEIT means "thing lost or given up as a penalty for a fault or mistake".
How do you use FORFEITING in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The forfeiting is noted."
How many points is FORFEITING worth in Scrabble?: FORFEITING is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept FORFEITING?: FORFEITING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).