How many points is SCORCHES worth in Scrabble?

SCORCHES is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept SCORCHES?

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

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SCORCHES

15 pts

SCORCHES is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 15 points. SCORCHES is a verb form of scorch. SCORCH means "burn on the surface".

Meaning & examples

noun

A slight or surface burn.
A discolouration caused by heat.
Brown discoloration on the leaves of plants caused by heat, lack of water or by fungi.

Synonyms: singe

verb

To burn the surface of something so as to discolour it
To wither, parch or destroy something by heat or fire, especially to make land or buildings unusable to an enemy
(To cause) to become scorched or singed

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verb

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Definition and meaning

SCORCHES is a verb form of scorch. SCORCH means "burn on the surface".

In a sentence: "They scorches."

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Base words

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SCORCH13 pts

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Letter Values

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SCORCHES Scrabble FAQ

Is SCORCHES a Scrabble word?: SCORCHES is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 15 points.
What does SCORCHES mean?: SCORCHES is a verb form of scorch. SCORCH means "burn on the surface".
How do you use SCORCHES in a sentence?: In a sentence: "They scorches."
How many points is SCORCHES worth in Scrabble?: SCORCHES is worth 15 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept SCORCHES?: SCORCHES is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).