How many points is MODERATE worth in Scrabble?

MODERATE is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept MODERATE?

MODERATE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).

In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes MODERATED, MODERATES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

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11 pts

MODERATE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 11 points. MODERATE means "not extreme".

/ˈmɑdəɹeɪt/

Pronunciation: /ˈmɑdəɹeɪt/

One who holds an intermediate position between extremes, as in politics.
Example: The moderates are the natural advocates of ecumenism against the fanatics of their churches.
One of a party in Scottish Church history dominant in the 18th century, lax in doctrine and discipline, but intolerant of evangelicalism and popular rights. It caused the secessions of 1733 and 1761, and its final resultant was the Disruption of 1843.

To reduce the excessiveness of (something)
Example: to moderate rage, action, desires, etc.
To become less excessive
To preside over (something) as a moderator
Example: to moderate a synod

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adjective

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

not extreme

In a sentence: "It is moderate."

Check the Scrabble meaning of MODERATE. It scores 11 points.

Add one letter after MODERATE. Every word is valid in CSW24 (International).

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

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Is MODERATE a Scrabble word?: MODERATE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 11 points.
What does MODERATE mean?: not extreme
How do you use MODERATE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "It is moderate."
How many points is MODERATE worth in Scrabble?: MODERATE is worth 11 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept MODERATE?: MODERATE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to MODERATE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes MODERATED, MODERATES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.