Wordle Answer for October 30, 2024

The Wordle for October 30, 2024 solved to EASEL. Below are the starting-word hints for every turn count, plus the meaning and origin of the word itself.

The answer

EASEL

What easel means

A stand or frame, usually made of wood or metal, designed to hold and display a canvas, painting, drawing pad, or other artwork at an angle for viewing or working.

Where the word comes from

An easel comes from Dutch *ezel*, meaning "donkey." The word traveled through Middle Dutch and likely entered English in the 1500s through trade and artistic contact with the Low Countries. The connection is straightforward: just as a donkey carries a load, an easel holds and supports a canvas or artwork. Dutch *ezel* itself descends from Latin *asellus*, a diminutive of *asinus* ("ass" or "donkey").

Hints for October 30, 2024

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 turnseased
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Solve in 5 turnslease
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Synonyms of easel

  • enlarger
  • tripod
  • stretcher
  • canvas
  • frame
  • composing frame
  • desk
  • bookstand

Used in a sentence

The artist adjusted her _____ to catch the afternoon light streaming through the studio windows.

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