Wordle Answer for August 18, 2023

The Wordle for August 18, 2023 solved to EXACT. Below are the starting-word hints for every turn count, plus the meaning and origin of the word itself.

The answer

EXACT

What exact means

To state or demand something with complete accuracy or precision, or to require something as a necessary condition.

Where the word comes from

From Middle English and Old French *exacte*, derived from Latin *exactus*, the past participle of *exigere*, meaning "to drive out" or "to demand." The Latin prefix *ex-* means "out" and *agere* means "to drive" or "to do." Over time, the sense shifted from "demanding" to "precise" or "accurate," reflecting the idea of something carefully worked out or perfectly fitted.

Hints for August 18, 2023

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 turnsenact
Solve in 3 turnsreact
Solve in 4 turnsextra
Solve in 5 turnscheat
Solve in 6 turnstexas

Synonyms of exact

  • direct
  • rigorous
  • right
  • demand
  • precise
  • take
  • perfect
  • strict

Used in a sentence

She demanded _____ measurements before she would approve the recipe for the wedding cake.

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