Wordle #190 Hints and Answer for December 26, 2021
Puzzle date: 2021-12-26. Page published: June 27, 2026 at 02:29 UTC. Page modified: June 27, 2026 at 02:29 UTC.
Puzzle Snapshot
Progressive Hints
Hint 1
Counting A, E, I, O, and U, today's answer uses 3 vowels.
Hint 2
Today's answer uses 5 unique letters.
Hint 3
The word starts with A.
Hint 4
The final letter is E.
Hint 5
It is an adjective often used to describe something severe, sharp, intense, urgent, or perceptive.
Hint 6: Final Pattern Clue
The standard vowels sit in positions 1, 3, 5.
Pattern and Difficulty
Three standard vowels give solvers useful structure, but the uncommon opening AC pattern can slow down early guesses.
The answer has no repeated letters. The first letter is A, and the last letter is E. The standard vowels sit in positions 1, 3, 5.
Definition and Usage
Definition: Present or experienced to a severe or intense degree; also used for sharp or keen perception.
Example: The patient required treatment for acute pain.
Answer Spoiler
Reveal the Wordle #190 answer
ACUTE