How many points is PRESCRIBE worth in Scrabble?

PRESCRIBE is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept PRESCRIBE?

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

Can you add a letter to PRESCRIBE?

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

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Scrabble Dictionary

PRESCRIBE

15 pts

PRESCRIBE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 15 points. PRESCRIBE means "recommend the use of (a medicine)".

Meaning & examples

/pɹɪˈskɹaɪb/

Pronunciation: /pɹɪˈskɹaɪb/

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verb

To order (a drug or medical device) for use by a particular patient (under licensed authority).
Example: The doctor prescribed aspirin.
To specify by writing as a required procedure or ritual; to lay down authoritatively as a guide, direction, or rule of action.
Example: The property meets the criteria prescribed by the regulations.

Antonyms: proscribe

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verb

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

recommend the use of (a medicine)

In a sentence: "They prescribe."

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Back hooks

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Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

= 15

PRESCRIBE Scrabble FAQ

Is PRESCRIBE a Scrabble word?: PRESCRIBE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 15 points.
What does PRESCRIBE mean?: recommend the use of (a medicine)
How do you use PRESCRIBE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They prescribe."
How many points is PRESCRIBE worth in Scrabble?: PRESCRIBE is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept PRESCRIBE?: PRESCRIBE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to PRESCRIBE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes PRESCRIBED, PRESCRIBER, PRESCRIBES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.