NYT Dictionary

VOLANT

/ˈvoʊlənt/
AdjectiveVO-lantvo-lant · 2 syllablesAdvanced/Professional

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2026

Meaning

Having extended wings as if flying.

Etymology

Origin: Latin

From Middle French volant, present participle of voler (“to fly”), from Latin volāre.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

agilebriskcattyflittingflutteringflyingsprightlyspry

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 1 recorded puzzle:

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