Wordle Answer for September 26, 2022

BRISK was the Wordle answer for September 26, 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

BRISK

What brisk means

Moving or occurring quickly and energetically, or (of weather) cold and invigorating.

Where the word comes from

From Middle English *brisk*, possibly from Old Norse *briskr*, meaning lively or quick. The Norse origin is supported by similar words in Scandinavian languages. The exact path of transmission into English remains somewhat uncertain, but the word entered Middle English during the period of significant Norse influence on English vocabulary, particularly in northern regions.

Hints for September 26, 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 turnsbrick
Solve in 3 turnsbriks
Solve in 4 turnssmirk
Solve in 5 turnsbirks
Solve in 6 turnsbirks

Synonyms of brisk

  • invigorating
  • active
  • fresh
  • energetic
  • tonic
  • rattling
  • merry
  • snappy

Used in a sentence

The morning walk felt refreshing with a _____ wind cutting through the crisp autumn air.

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