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Is RETIREMENT a valid Scrabble word?

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

Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.

What does RETIREMENT mean?

  1. noun

    the state of being retired from one's business or occupation

  2. noun

    withdrawal from your position or occupation

  3. noun

    withdrawal for prayer and study and meditation

    “the religious retreat is a form of vacation activity”

Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.

Points

12

Scrabble

14

Words With Friends

10

Letters

R (1) + E (1) + T (1) + I (1) + R (1) + E (1) + M (3) + E (1) + N (1) + T (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 RETIREMENT

Single letters that turn RETIREMENT 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 RETIREMENT

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