Albuquerque

11 lettersnounmoderate

Updated June 2026

Definition

The largest city in New Mexico, United States, known for its distinctive Southwestern culture, annual International Balloon Fiesta, and desert landscape. Named after a Spanish colonial administrator.

“Albuquerque attracts thousands of visitors each year for its famous hot air balloon festival.”

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al·bu·quer·que

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ABQ

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Proper noun not typically used; contains Q and multiple U's

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Worth 24 points; may not be allowed as a proper noun, but high-value Q

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