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Is MINIMISE a valid Scrabble word?

Yes, MINIMISE is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 12 points.

Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.

What does MINIMISE mean?

  1. verb

    represent as less significant or important

  2. verb

    make small or insignificant

    “Let's minimize the risk”

Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.

Points

12

Scrabble

15

Words With Friends

8

Letters

M (3) + I (1) + N (1) + I (1) + M (3) + I (1) + S (1) + E (1) = 12 points in Scrabble.

Dictionary status

  • Scrabble (US & Canada)Valid
  • Scrabble (UK & worldwide)Valid
  • Words With FriendsListed

Scrabble lists: NWL2023 (US & Canada) and CSW24 (UK & worldwide). WWF uses our ENABLE reference plus verified additions. “Listed” and “Not listed” describe that reference; check acceptance in the game. Sources reviewed 2026-10-03.

Hooks for MINIMISE

Single letters that turn MINIMISE into another valid word in US Scrabble. Hooks let you extend a word already on the board.

Front hooks0

None — nothing can be added to the front.

Back hooks2

Words you can make from MINIMISE

The 44 highest-scoring words using these letters.

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