Wordle Answer for October 4, 2023
On October 4, 2023, the daily Wordle puzzle resolved to SPURT. Here's the full breakdown — hints for each turn count, the definition, and the supporting clues we generated when this puzzle was live.
The answer
SPURT
What spurt means
A sudden, brief burst of speed, energy, or activity that lasts for a short time before returning to normal levels.
Where the word comes from
Spurt likely comes from Middle English, possibly related to Old Norse *spretta* meaning "to jump" or "kick." The word may also connect to similar Germanic roots expressing sudden explosive movement. The modern sense of a sudden burst or gush of liquid developed from this notion of abrupt, forceful action.
Hints for October 4, 2023
Each row is the starting word our algorithm picks for that turn count, with the tiles Wordle would have shown in response.
Synonyms of spurt
- spout
- forge
- spirt
- squirt
- gush
- jet
Used in a sentence
The runner made a final _____ toward the finish line and crossed it just ahead of her competitor.
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