How many points is HINDERING worth in Scrabble?

HINDERING is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept HINDERING?

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

Can you add a letter to HINDERING?

In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes HINDERINGS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

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HINDERING

14 pts

HINDERING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 14 points. HINDERING is a verb form of hinder. HINDER means "get in the way of".

Meaning & examples

verb

To make difficult to accomplish; to act as an obstacle; to frustrate.
Example: A drought hinders the growth of plants.
To delay or impede; to keep back, to prevent.
Example: She hindered a man from committing suicide.
To cause harm.

Synonyms: bar, block, delay, hamper, impede, obstruct, restrain, stop

Antonyms: aid, assist, help, expedite, facilitate

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Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

HINDERING is a verb form of hinder. HINDER means "get in the way of".

In a sentence: "They hindering."

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Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

HINDER10 pts

Back hooks

Add one letter after HINDERING. Every word is valid in CSW24 (International).

HINDERINGS15 pts

Shorter words from these letters

Up to 12 highest-scoring shorter words using only the letters in HINDERING, without blank tiles.

Letter Values

= 14

HINDERING Scrabble FAQ

Is HINDERING a Scrabble word?: HINDERING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 14 points.
What does HINDERING mean?: HINDERING is a verb form of hinder. HINDER means "get in the way of".
How do you use HINDERING in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They hindering."
How many points is HINDERING worth in Scrabble?: HINDERING is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept HINDERING?: HINDERING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to HINDERING?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes HINDERINGS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.