NYT Dictionary

WORDY

/ˈwɝdi/
AdjectiveWORD-yword-y · 2 syllablesGrade 6

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

Meaning

Using an excessive number of words.

Etymology

Origin: Old English

From Middle English wordy, woordi, from Old English wordiġ (“wordy, verbose”), equivalent to word + -y. Cognate with Icelandic orðigur (“wordy”).

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

verbosepleonasticsesquipedalianWikipedia:Wordylaconictediouswindyboringdiffusediscursive

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 2 recorded puzzles:

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