Wordle #297

Wordle Hints and Answer for Tuesday, April 12, 2022

Stuck on today's Wordle? You're in the right place! Below you'll find hints that start vague and get more specific. Try to solve it with as few hints as possible.

Today's puzzle is rated Easy difficulty, so most players find this one straightforward. The answer is a adjective with 2 vowels and uses fairly common letters.

Difficulty: Easy

adjective

Letter Facts

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Fairly Common

Recommended Starting Words

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Recommended Starting Words

LOAMYCORALLYRIC

Hints

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Starting Hint

This word relates to kingdoms, thrones, and prestigious status.

Getting Warmer

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Getting Warmer

You might see this word on fancy packaging, describing a shade of blue or purple, or when discussing monarchies.

Letter Clue

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Letter Clue

The word starts with the letter R.

Stronger Hint

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Stronger Hint

Think of an adjective meaning fit for a king or queen. The opposite might be common or ordinary.

Rhyming Clue

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Rhyming Clue

This word rhymes with LOYAL.

Final Clue

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Final Clue

The word starts with R and ends with L. Kings and queens are described this way.

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Answer

ROYAL

This adjective describes anything relating to or befitting a king or queen. It comes from the Old French 'roial' which derived from the Latin 'regalis' meaning regal or kingly. You might encounter it in terms like 'royal family' or 'royal treatment' when someone receives exceptionally grand service.

Strategy Tip

Today's word contains two vowels but they are not in the most common positions. When you get a vowel confirmed but in an unusual spot, try rearranging your mental letter placement rather than assuming standard patterns.