Wordle Answer for February 12, 2026

What surge means

A sudden, powerful increase or rush of something, such as a wave of water, an emotion, or a large number of people moving together.

Where the word comes from

From Old French surger, meaning "to rise up" or "to swell," which comes from Latin surgere, composed of sub- (up) and regere (to direct or rule). The sense shifted from a general upward motion to the specific idea of a wave or swell of water, and later extended to mean any sudden powerful rush or increase.

Hints for February 12, 2026

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Synonyms of surge

• heave
• rush
• spate
• upsurge
• soar
• tide
• scend
• zoom

Used in a sentence

The crowd began to _____ forward when the gates to the concert venue finally opened.