Espying
7 lettersverbrareUpdated June 2026
Definition
Present participle of espy, meaning catching sight of or noticing something, especially from a distance.
“Espying the fox from the hilltop, the huntsman signalled to the rest of the group below.”
Pronunciation
Syllables
es·py·ing
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Synonyms
spottingsightingglimpsingnoticingdetecting
Antonyms
missingoverlooking
Word Game Tips
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Wordle
E-S-P-Y-I-N-G has the rare Y in position 4 and SPY embedded as a recognisable sub-word
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Scrabble
Worth 13 points, the Y adds considerable value and SPY as a sub-word is a useful short play
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