Dryades
7 lettersnounrareUpdated June 2026
Definition
Plural of dryad, meaning wood nymphs or tree spirits from classical mythology believed to inhabit and protect forests.
“The ancient grove was said to be protected by dryades who would punish those who harmed the trees.”
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dry·a·des
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Contains Y and ends in -ES, the classical plural form is unusual and unlikely in standard Wordle
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Worth 12 points, Y at 4 points adds value and DRYAD is a usable five-letter base
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