NYT Dictionary

RACY

/ˈɹeɪsi/
AdjectiveRAC-yrac-y · 2 syllablesGrade 6

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

Meaning

Mildly risqué.

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

From race (“having a characteristic taste (of wines, fruits, etc.)”) + -y.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

freshrichlivelyrobustbluegamygameyjuicynaughtyrisque

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 10 recorded puzzles:

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