Wordle Answer for December 16, 2024
On December 16, 2024, the daily Wordle puzzle resolved to BOAST. 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
BOAST
What boast means
To talk with excessive pride about your own accomplishments, possessions, or abilities in a way that annoys or impresses others.
Where the word comes from
From Middle English *bosten*, likely from Old Norse *bast*, meaning to prepare or make ready. The sense shifted to "to talk proudly" by the 13th century, possibly influenced by Scandinavian settlers in England. The connection to "making ready" may relate to loudly announcing one's preparations or readiness for action, which eventually generalized to any proud or exaggerated speech.
Hints for December 16, 2024
Each row is the starting word our algorithm picks for that turn count, with the tiles Wordle would have shown in response.
Synonyms of boast
- bluster
- tout
- swash
- jactitation
- vaunt
- feature
- sport
- brag
Used in a sentence
He couldn't resist the urge to _____ about his new car to everyone at the party.
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