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Cadgy

5 lettersadjective

Updated June 2026

Definition

A Scottish and northern English word meaning cheerful, wanton, or lusty.

The cadgy old fellow was always ready with a joke.

Pronunciation

Syllables

cadg·y

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Wordle

"Cadgy" uses 5 different letters, which makes it efficient for eliminating options. Its 1 vowel balance the consonants.

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"Cadgy" is worth 12 points before board bonuses. Aim its letters at double/triple-letter and word squares to lift the score.

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