Fathom
6 lettersnouncommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
To succeed in comprehending something that is complex, obscure, or difficult to understand.
“She could not fathom why he had agreed to such a reckless arrangement.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈfað(ə)m/
Syllables
fath·om
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Wordle
Contains the vowels A and O spread across the word, and the TH pair is a common consonant cluster worth confirming early
Scrabble
Worth 14 points with the H and M tiles both scoring well, making it one of the better six-letter plays available from a standard rack
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