Wordle Answer for September 12, 2025

THROB was the Wordle answer for September 12, 2025. 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

THROB

What throb means

A pulsing or beating sensation, as when the heart beats rhythmically or a wound aches with repeated pain.

Where the word comes from

Throb comes from Middle English throbben, of unknown origin. It may be related to Old Norse þrá, meaning to twist or turn, though the connection is uncertain. The word has been used since at least the 14th century to describe a pulsating or beating sensation, likely imitating the rhythmic sound or motion itself.

Hints for September 12, 2025

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 turnsthrow
Solve in 3 turnsthrow
Solve in 4 turnstorch
Solve in 5 turnsbroth
Solve in 6 turnsbroth

Synonyms of throb

  • thrill
  • shudder
  • pound
  • pulse
  • pounding
  • throbbing
  • pulsate
  • shiver

Used in a sentence

The injured athlete's ankle continued to _____ painfully throughout the entire second half of the game.

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