Wordle Answer for August 31, 2026
On August 31, 2026, the daily Wordle puzzle resolved to MOUND. 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
MOUND
What mound means
A raised pile or heap of earth, dirt, or other material, often formed naturally by accumulation or deliberately constructed for a specific purpose.
Where the word comes from
From Old English *mund*, meaning "hand" or "protection," mound originally referred to a raised earthwork or fortification that served a protective function. The word shifted over time to describe any artificial or natural hill of earth, losing its specific defensive sense while retaining the image of something raised and prominent. The connection to hand-crafted or hand-raised structures likely influenced how the word came to mean a heap or elevation of soil.
Hints for August 31, 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 mound
- pile
- heap
- pitcher
- hill
- hummock
- hammock
- hillock
- knoll
Used in a sentence
The baseball pitcher stood on the _____ and threw a fastball right down the middle.
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