How many points is LINGERING worth in Scrabble?

LINGERING is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept LINGERING?

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

Can you add a letter to LINGERING?

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

Scrabble

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LINGERING

11 pts

LINGERING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 11 points. LINGERING is a verb form of linger. LINGER means "delay or prolong departure".

Meaning & examples

Pronunciation

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verb

To stay or remain in a place or situation, especially as if unwilling to depart or not easily able to do so; to loiter.
To remain alive or existent although still proceeding toward death or extinction; to die gradually.
(often followed by on) To consider or contemplate for a period of time; to engage in analytic thinking or discussion.

Synonyms: abide, tarry

noun

An act of lingering or waiting.
That which lingers; a remnant.

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verb

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Definition and meaning

LINGERING is a verb form of linger. LINGER means "delay or prolong departure".

In a sentence: "They lingering."

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Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

LINGER7 pts

Back hooks

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

LINGERINGS12 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 11

LINGERING Scrabble FAQ

Is LINGERING a Scrabble word?: LINGERING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 11 points.
What does LINGERING mean?: LINGERING is a verb form of linger. LINGER means "delay or prolong departure".
How do you use LINGERING in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They lingering."
How many points is LINGERING worth in Scrabble?: LINGERING is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept LINGERING?: LINGERING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to LINGERING?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes LINGERINGS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.