NYT Dictionary
VIGNETTE
/vɪnˈjɛt/NounVerbvi-GNETTEvi-gnette · 2 syllablesCollege
Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2026
Meaning
A running ornament consisting of leaves and tendrils, used in Gothic architecture.
Etymology
Origin: Middle English
First attested in 1751. From French vignette, diminutive of vigne (“vine”), from Latin vīnea, from vīnum (“wine”). Replaced earlier Middle English vynet.
Synonyms & Antonyms
NYT Puzzle Appearances
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