Wordle #612

Wordle Hints and Answer for Tuesday, February 21, 2023

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Today's puzzle is rated Hard difficulty, so you may need extra hints! The answer is a adjective with 1 vowel and uses less common letters, including at least one repeated letter.

Difficulty: Hard

adjective

Letter Facts

Vowels

Consonants

Repeats

Yes

Letters

Less Common

Recommended Starting Words

These words would be helpful first guesses for today's puzzle:

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Recommended Starting Words

DRURYDIRTYUNDER

Hints

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Starting Hint

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Starting Hint

This word is commonly used to describe a physical appearance or characteristic.

Getting Warmer

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Getting Warmer

Think about how someone might look after exercise, embarrassment, or spending time in cold weather.

Letter Clue

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Letter Clue

The word starts with the letter R.

Stronger Hint

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Stronger Hint

This adjective describes a reddish or healthy flushed complexion, often associated with someone who spends lots of time outdoors.

Rhyming Clue

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Rhyming Clue

This word rhymes with BUDDY.

Final Clue

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Final Clue

It starts with R and ends with Y, and contains a double letter in the middle. Think rosy cheeks on a winter day.

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Answer

RUDDY

This adjective comes from the Old English word 'rudig' meaning reddish. It describes a healthy reddish color, particularly in the face, often suggesting good health, outdoor activity, or exposure to elements. The word is frequently used in literature to describe hearty, healthy characters with naturally flushed cheeks.

Strategy Tip

Today's puzzle features a repeated consonant. When you see feedback showing a correct letter, consider whether it might appear twice in the word. Double letters are more common than many players realize, especially with letters like D, L, S, and T.