NYT Dictionary

LOGY

/ˈloʊɡi/
AdjectiveNounLO-gylo-gy · 2 syllablesGrade 7

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026

Meaning

Slow to respond or react; lethargic.

Etymology

Origin: Dutch

Attested from the 19th century, of uncertain origin, perhaps from Dutch log (“heavy, dull”).

Synonyms & Antonyms

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 13 recorded puzzles:

+1 earlier appearances in the archive.

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