Wordle Answer for August 14, 2022
KHAKI was the Wordle answer for August 14, 2022. If you missed the day or you're looking it up after the fact, this page collects the hints and word context in one place.
The answer
KHAKI
What khaki means
A yellowish-brown or tan color, or fabric of this color commonly used for uniforms and casual clothing.
Where the word comes from
Khaki comes from the Hindi word *khākī*, meaning "dusty" or "dust-colored," derived from *khāk*, the Persian word for "dust." British soldiers in India adopted the term in the 19th century to describe the dull yellowish-brown cloth they wore as uniforms, which blended better with dusty terrain than traditional bright red coats.
Hints for August 14, 2022
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Synonyms of khaki
- colored
- chromatic
- tan
- tawny
- beige
- fawn
- mousy brown
- caramel
Used in a sentence
The soldiers wore _____ uniforms that blended well with the desert landscape during their training exercise.
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