How many points is RATIONALIZE worth in Scrabble?

RATIONALIZE is worth 20 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept RATIONALIZE?

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

Can you add a letter to RATIONALIZE?

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

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Scrabble Dictionary

RATIONALIZE

20 pts

RATIONALIZE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 20 points. RATIONALIZE means "to bring into accord with reason".

Meaning & examples

verb

To make something rational or more rational.
To justify an immoral act, or illogical behaviour. “The process of thought by which one justifies a discreditable act, and by which one offers to oneself and the world a better motive for one's action than the true motive”
To remove radicals, without changing the value of an expression or the roots of an equation.

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verb

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

to bring into accord with reason

In a sentence: "They rationalize."

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Letter Values

Z10

= 20

RATIONALIZE Scrabble FAQ

Is RATIONALIZE a Scrabble word?: RATIONALIZE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 20 points.
What does RATIONALIZE mean?: to bring into accord with reason
How do you use RATIONALIZE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They rationalize."
How many points is RATIONALIZE worth in Scrabble?: RATIONALIZE is worth 20 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept RATIONALIZE?: RATIONALIZE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to RATIONALIZE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes RATIONALIZED, RATIONALIZER, RATIONALIZES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.