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LENGTHENING

16 pts

LENGTHENING is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 16 points. LENGTHENING means "the act of lengthening".

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noun

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Dictionary Definition

the act of lengthening

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Shorter words from these letters

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

Word forms

Letter Values

L1
E1
N1
G2
T1
H4
E1
N1
I1
N1
G2
= 16

LENGTHENING Scrabble FAQ

Is LENGTHENING a Scrabble word?
LENGTHENING is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 16 points.
How many points is LENGTHENING worth in Scrabble?
LENGTHENING is worth 16 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept LENGTHENING?
LENGTHENING is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to LENGTHENING?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes LENGTHENINGS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.