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MOIST

/mɔɪst/

5 letters · 1 syllable · verb, adjective

M 3/4
O 1/1
I 1/1
S 1/1
T 1/1

Definition of MOIST

verb

To moisten.

adjective

Slightly wet; characterised by the presence of moisture, not dry; damp.

adjective

Of eyes: tearful, wet with tears.

adjective

Of weather, climate etc.: rainy, damp.

Synonyms of MOIST

Words with similar meaning

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
1
Scrabble
7
points
WWF
8
points

Is MOIST a Scrabble Word?

Yes, MOIST is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 7 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 7 pts Words With Friends — 8 pts

Tip: MOIST uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for MOIST

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter moist Total
Scrabble 31111 7
WWF 41111 8

Anagrams of MOIST

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use MOIST in Word Games

MOIST is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, MOIST is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble MOIST to find 39 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About MOIST

What does MOIST mean?
MOIST is a verb. To moisten.
Is MOIST a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, MOIST is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 7 points in Scrabble.
How many points is MOIST worth in Scrabble?
MOIST is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from MOIST?
You can make 39 words from the letters in MOIST. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of MOIST?
Synonyms of MOIST include: dank, damp, thoan, thone, dewy-eyed, misty. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.
What are the anagrams of MOIST?
The anagrams of MOIST (words using the exact same letters) are: MOITS, OMITS. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.