Wordle Answer for February 17, 2022
The Wordle for February 17, 2022 solved to SHAKE. Below are the starting-word hints for every turn count, plus the meaning and origin of the word itself.
The answer
SHAKE
What shake means
To move back and forth or up and down with quick, vigorous motions, or to cause something to move in this way.
Where the word comes from
From Old English sceacan, meaning to shake or vibrate. The word likely stems from Proto-Germanic *skakanan, though its ultimate origin remains uncertain. It may be related to Old Norse skaka (to shake) and possibly connected to an Indo-European root meaning sudden movement or disturbance, but the exact path is not definitively established.
Hints for February 17, 2022
Each row is the starting word our algorithm picks for that turn count, with the tiles Wordle would have shown in response.
Synonyms of shake
- stimulate
- stir
- judder
- trill
- agitate
- wag
- waggle
- excite
Used in a sentence
The earthquake was strong enough to _____ the entire building and terrify everyone inside.
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