Wordle Answer for October 18, 2023
MERCY was the Wordle answer for October 18, 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
MERCY
What mercy means
The compassionate withholding of punishment or harm from someone who is in your power, or kindness shown to someone suffering.
Where the word comes from
Mercy comes from Old French *merci*, which descended from Latin *merces*, originally meaning "price" or "reward." Over time, the Latin term shifted to mean "compassion" or "forgiveness"—the idea of receiving grace as a gift rather than payment. The word entered English in the 12th century through Norman French influence after the conquest of 1066.
Hints for October 18, 2023
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Synonyms of mercy
- mercifulness
- clemency
- merciful
- leniency
- compassionate
- kindness
- caring
- goodwill
Used in a sentence
The judge showed _____ to the first-time offender and reduced his sentence significantly.
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