Wordle Answer for February 4, 2022

On February 4, 2022, the daily Wordle puzzle resolved to PLEAT. Here's the full breakdown — hints for each turn count, the definition, and the supporting clues we generated when this puzzle was live.

The answer

PLEAT

What pleat means

A fold in fabric that is pressed or stitched into place, typically in a series of parallel folds to create texture or allow for movement in clothing.

Where the word comes from

From Middle English plete, meaning a fold or plait in cloth. This likely comes from Old French pleit, meaning a fold or bend, descended from Latin plicitum, the past participle of plicare, meaning "to fold." The Latin root plicare is the source of many English words involving folding or bending, such as duplicate and accomplish.

Hints for February 4, 2022

Each row is the starting word our algorithm picks for that turn count, with the tiles Wordle would have shown in response.

Solve in 2 turnsplead
Solve in 3 turnsplant
Solve in 4 turnsplate
Solve in 5 turnsleapt
Solve in 6 turnslepta

Synonyms of pleat

  • ruffle
  • plait
  • fold
  • reet pleat
  • kick pleat
  • cartridge pleat
  • box pleat
  • fortuny pleat

Used in a sentence

The tailor carefully pressed each _____ into the skirt to create sharp, crisp lines.

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