How many points is IMPROPRIATE worth in Scrabble?

IMPROPRIATE is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept IMPROPRIATE?

IMPROPRIATE is not valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).

Can you add a letter to IMPROPRIATE?

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

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Scrabble Dictionary

IMPROPRIATE

17 pts

IMPROPRIATE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 17 points. IMPROPRIATE means "to transfer ecclesiastical revenue to a layman".

Meaning & examples

verb

To appropriate for private use.
In ecclesiastical law, to place (ecclesiastical property) under control or management of a layperson.

adjective

Of ecclesiastical property: placed under the control or management of a layperson.

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verb

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

to transfer ecclesiastical revenue to a layman

In a sentence: "They impropriate."

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Letter Values

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IMPROPRIATE Scrabble FAQ

Is IMPROPRIATE a Scrabble word?: IMPROPRIATE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 17 points.
What does IMPROPRIATE mean?: to transfer ecclesiastical revenue to a layman
How do you use IMPROPRIATE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They impropriate."
How many points is IMPROPRIATE worth in Scrabble?: IMPROPRIATE is worth 17 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept IMPROPRIATE?: IMPROPRIATE is not valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to IMPROPRIATE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes IMPROPRIATED, IMPROPRIATES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.