Wordle Answer for September 16, 2023
ANGEL was the Wordle answer for September 16, 2023. 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
ANGEL
What angel means
A spiritual being believed in many religions to be a messenger or servant of God, often depicted with wings and a halo.
Where the word comes from
From Old French *angele*, derived from Latin *angelus*, which comes from Greek *angelos* meaning "messenger." The Greek word originally referred to any messenger or herald, but became specifically associated with divine messengers in religious contexts. The term entered European languages through Christianity, where it took on its spiritual meaning of a celestial being serving God.
Hints for September 16, 2023
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Synonyms of angel
- saint
- backer
- holy man
- holy person
- angel falls
Used in a sentence
My grandmother was an _____ when she helped us move into our new apartment last weekend.
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