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Is MORATORIUM a valid Scrabble word?

Yes, MORATORIUM is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 14 points.

Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.

What does MORATORIUM mean?

  1. noun

    a legally authorized postponement before some obligation must be discharged

  2. noun

    suspension of an ongoing activity

Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.

Points

14

Scrabble

17

Words With Friends

10

Letters

M (3) + O (1) + R (1) + A (1) + T (1) + O (1) + R (1) + I (1) + U (1) + M (3) = 14 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 MORATORIUM

Single letters that turn MORATORIUM 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 hooks1

Words you can make from MORATORIUM

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