How many points is SWEATING worth in Scrabble?

SWEATING is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept SWEATING?

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

Can you add a letter to SWEATING?

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

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SWEATING

12 pts

SWEATING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points. SWEATING is a noun form of sweat. SWEAT means "salty liquid given off through the pores of the skin".

Meaning & examples

verb

To emit sweat.
To cause to excrete moisture through skin.
To work hard.
Example: I've been sweating over my essay all day.

Synonyms: fret, worry, perspire, slave, slog

noun

The production and evaporation of a watery fluid called sweat that is excreted by the sweat glands in the skin of mammals.
Mucilage, especially of cocoa.
The gentle heating of vegetables in oil or butter.

Synonyms: perspiration

adjective

Giving off sweat.
Example: A sweating man stepped out of the sauna, wrapping himself in a towel.

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Entry sources: en.wiktionary.org (1) · en.wiktionary.org (2)

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

SWEATING is a noun form of sweat. SWEAT means "salty liquid given off through the pores of the skin".

In a sentence: "The sweating is noted."

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Base words

Words referenced by this entry's definition.

SWEAT8 pts

Back hooks

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SWEATINGS13 pts

Shorter words from these letters

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

Letter Values

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SWEATING Scrabble FAQ

Is SWEATING a Scrabble word?: SWEATING is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 12 points.
What does SWEATING mean?: SWEATING is a noun form of sweat. SWEAT means "salty liquid given off through the pores of the skin".
How do you use SWEATING in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The sweating is noted."
How many points is SWEATING worth in Scrabble?: SWEATING is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept SWEATING?: SWEATING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to SWEATING?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes SWEATINGS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.