How many points is MORATORIUM worth in Scrabble?

MORATORIUM is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept MORATORIUM?

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

Can you add a letter to MORATORIUM?

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

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Scrabble Dictionary

MORATORIUM

14 pts

MORATORIUM is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 14 points. MORATORIUM means "a legal authorization to a debtor to postpone payment for a certain time; the period of such a postponement".

Meaning & examples

/ˌmɒ.ɹəˈtɔː.ɹɪəm/

Pronunciation

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noun

An authorization to a debtor, permitting temporary suspension of payments.
A suspension of an ongoing activity.
Example: Canada may put a moratorium on cloning for research.

Synonyms: hiatus, interruption, recess

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

a legal authorization to a debtor to postpone payment for a certain time; the period of such a postponement

In a sentence: "The moratorium is noted."

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MORATORIUMS15 pts

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Letter Values

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MORATORIUM Scrabble FAQ

Is MORATORIUM a Scrabble word?: MORATORIUM is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 14 points.
What does MORATORIUM mean?: a legal authorization to a debtor to postpone payment for a certain time; the period of such a postponement
How do you use MORATORIUM in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The moratorium is noted."
How many points is MORATORIUM worth in Scrabble?: MORATORIUM is worth 14 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept MORATORIUM?: MORATORIUM is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to MORATORIUM?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes MORATORIUMS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.