The latest New York Times Wordle puzzle (#1601) presents a moderate challenge. The solution, GUISE, is an uncommon word that may require multiple attempts for some players.
Understanding the Clues
The puzzle provides a series of hints designed to guide players without giving away the answer immediately. These include:
- No repeated letters : The word consists of five distinct characters.
- Three vowels : The solution contains three vowel sounds, adding to its complexity.
- Starting and ending letters : The word begins with ‘G’ and ends with ‘E’, narrowing the possibilities.
- Definition : The term refers to a deceptive outward appearance or behavior.
Today’s Answer: GUISE
The correct answer to Wordle #1601 is GUISE. This word describes a deceptive outward appearance or manner, often used to conceal true intentions.
Recent Wordle Solutions
For reference, here are the solutions from the past few days:
- November 5th (#1600): SHORT
- November 1st (#1596): MOTEL
- November 2nd (#1597): RABID
- November 3rd (#1598): AWOKE
- November 4th (#1599): VENUE
Optimizing Your Wordle Strategy
Players seeking to improve their Wordle performance should consider using starting words rich in common letters like ‘E’, ‘A’, and ‘R’, while avoiding less frequent letters such as ‘Z’, ‘J’, and ‘Q’. Effective starting words include ADIEU, TRAIN, CLOSE, STARE, and NOISE.
The Wordle is a simple daily word game, yet it demonstrates how constraints, such as the limited guesses, can make even common words challenging.
