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PLAGUES is worth 10 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

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

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PLAGUES

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PLAGUES is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 10 points. PLAGUES is a noun form of plague. PLAGUE means "fast-spreading fatal disease".

Meaning & examples

/pleɪɡz/

noun

(often used with the, sometimes capitalized: the Plague) The bubonic plague, the pestilent disease caused by the virulent bacterium Yersinia pestis.
An epidemic or pandemic caused by any pestilence, but specifically by the above disease.
A widespread affliction, calamity or destructive influx, especially when seen as divine retribution.
Example: Ten Biblical plagues over Egypt, ranging from locusts to the death of the crown prince, finally forced Pharaoh to let Moses's people go.

Synonyms: pest, pestilence

verb

To harass, pester or annoy someone persistently or incessantly.
To afflict with a disease or other calamity.
Example: Natural catastrophes plagued the colonists till they abandoned the pestilent marshland.

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Definition and meaning

PLAGUES is a noun form of plague. PLAGUE means "fast-spreading fatal disease".

In a sentence: "The plagues is noted."

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PLAGUES Scrabble FAQ

Is PLAGUES a Scrabble word?: PLAGUES is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 10 points.
What does PLAGUES mean?: PLAGUES is a noun form of plague. PLAGUE means "fast-spreading fatal disease".
How do you use PLAGUES in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The plagues is noted."
How many points is PLAGUES worth in Scrabble?: PLAGUES is worth 10 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept PLAGUES?: PLAGUES is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).