Wordle Answer for June 13, 2026
The Wordle for June 13, 2026 solved to QUELL. Below are the starting-word hints for every turn count, plus the meaning and origin of the word itself.
The answer
QUELL
What quell means
To suppress or put an end to something by using force or firm action, such as ending a rebellion, riot, or strong emotion.
Where the word comes from
From Old English "cwellan," meaning to kill or slaughter. This verb likely descends from Proto-Germanic "kwaljanam," which may be connected to roots meaning to torment or cause pain. The sense shifted over time from literal killing to subduing or suppressing, as in quelling a rebellion or quelling one's fears.
Hints for June 13, 2026
Each row is the starting word our algorithm picks for that turn count, with the tiles Wordle would have shown in response.
Synonyms of quell
- appease
- squelch
- stay
Used in a sentence
The firefighters worked through the night to _____ the spreading wildfire before it reached the nearby homes.
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