How many points is OVERTHROWING worth in Scrabble?

OVERTHROWING is worth 22 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept OVERTHROWING?

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

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OVERTHROWING

22 pts

OVERTHROWING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 22 points. OVERTHROWING is a verb form of overthrow. OVERTHROW means "defeat and replace".

Meaning & examples

verb

To bring about the downfall of (a government, etc.), especially by force.
Example: I hate the current government, but not enough to want to overthrow them.
To throw down to the ground, to overturn.

verb

To throw (something) so that it goes too far.
Example: He overthrew first base, for an error.

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verb

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

OVERTHROWING is a verb form of overthrow. OVERTHROW means "defeat and replace".

In a sentence: "They overthrowing."

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Check the Scrabble meaning of OVERTHROWING. It scores 22 points.

Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

OVERTHROW18 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 22

OVERTHROWING Scrabble FAQ

Is OVERTHROWING a Scrabble word?: OVERTHROWING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 22 points.
What does OVERTHROWING mean?: OVERTHROWING is a verb form of overthrow. OVERTHROW means "defeat and replace".
How do you use OVERTHROWING in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They overthrowing."
How many points is OVERTHROWING worth in Scrabble?: OVERTHROWING is worth 22 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept OVERTHROWING?: OVERTHROWING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).