On this day in 1920, the 19th Amendment to the United States Constitution was ratified, granting women the right to vote. Just as this historic event expanded the boundaries of democracy, today’s Wordle challenge might put your vocabulary to the test!

Hints and tips

Let’s broaden our horizons with some hints that might help you reach new heights while solving today’s Wordle:

• The word begins with “L”, like “long” or “slim”
• It contains only one vowel, the letter ‘A’, which appears in the second position
• The word ends with “Y” and is often used to form adjectives
• A good starting word might be “PLANT,” which has three letters in common with the answer.

Wordle answer

Are you ready to take a stand and face the answer?

Although the word “lanky” is not all that uncommon, it may have pushed some players’ vocabulary to the limit.

Meaning and history

“Lanky” is an adjective that describes someone or something as unattractively thin and tall. It often has a connotation of awkwardness or clumsiness, especially when referring to a person’s physique.

The word has its roots in English dialect and is probably derived from the word “lank,” meaning “slender” or “thin.” Its first recorded use dates back to the late 17th century. Over time, the meaning has remained relatively consistent, although it has taken on a slightly looser or more colloquial tone in modern usage.

Interestingly, while lanky is often used to describe people, it can also be applied to objects or even writing styles. A lanky tree could be one that has grown tall but is not fully grown, while lanky prose could be described as overly drawn out or devoid of content.

Whether you’re big, small, or somewhere in between, we hope you’ll join us tomorrow to expand your horizons and experience another exciting Wordle adventure!