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Purgatory

Yes, purgatory is a valid Scrabble word. It has 9 letters and is worth 15 points in Scrabble.

What does purgatory mean?

noun

  1. a temporary condition of torment or suffering a purgatory of drug abuse
  2. (theology) in Roman Catholic theology the place where those who have died in a state of grace undergo limited torment to expiate their sins

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Word facts

Letters9
Vowels / consonants3 / 6
Scrabble points15
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonLess common

Anagrams of purgatory

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters PURGATORY.

Words you can make from purgatory

Unscramble PURGATORY for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is purgatory a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Purgatory is in the ENABLE word list used by many word games, so it is generally playable in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

How many points is purgatory worth in Scrabble?

Purgatory is worth 15 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does purgatory mean?

Purgatory means: a temporary condition of torment or suffering.