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HESITATE

11 pts

HESITATE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 11 points. HESITATE means "to hold back in uncertainty".

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Dictionary Definition

to hold back in uncertainty

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

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Letter Values

H4
E1
S1
I1
T1
A1
T1
E1
= 11

HESITATE Scrabble FAQ

Is HESITATE a Scrabble word?
HESITATE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 11 points.
How many points is HESITATE worth in Scrabble?
HESITATE is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept HESITATE?
HESITATE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to HESITATE?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes HESITATED, HESITATER, HESITATES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.