NYT Dictionary

VOTIVE

/ˈvoʊ.tɪv/
AdjectiveNounVO-tivevo-tive · 2 syllablesGrade 7

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

Meaning

Dedicated or given in fulfillment of a vow or pledge.

Etymology

Origin: Latin

From Middle French votif, from Latin vōtīvus (“votive”), from vōtum (“vow”).

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 7 recorded puzzles:

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