How many points is RECOMPENSE worth in Scrabble?

RECOMPENSE is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept RECOMPENSE?

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

Can you add a letter to RECOMPENSE?

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

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

RECOMPENSE

16 pts

RECOMPENSE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 16 points. RECOMPENSE means "to give something to by way of compensation (as for a service rendered or damage incurred)".

Meaning & examples

/ˌɹɛkəmˈpɛns/

Pronunciation: /ˌɹɛkəmˈpɛns/

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noun

An equivalent returned for anything given, done, or suffered; compensation; reward; amends; requital.
That which compensates for an injury, or other type of harm or damage.
Example: He offered money as recompense for the damage, but what the injured party wanted was an apology.

Synonyms: meed, payback, recompence, restitution

verb

To reward or repay (someone) for something done, given etc.
To give compensation for an injury, or other type of harm or damage.
To give (something) in return; to pay back; to pay, as something earned or deserved.

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verb

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

to give something to by way of compensation (as for a service rendered or damage incurred)

In a sentence: "They recompense."

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Letter Values

= 16

RECOMPENSE Scrabble FAQ

Is RECOMPENSE a Scrabble word?: RECOMPENSE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 16 points.
What does RECOMPENSE mean?: to give something to by way of compensation (as for a service rendered or damage incurred)
How do you use RECOMPENSE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They recompense."
How many points is RECOMPENSE worth in Scrabble?: RECOMPENSE is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept RECOMPENSE?: RECOMPENSE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to RECOMPENSE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes RECOMPENSED, RECOMPENSER, RECOMPENSES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.