Hexades

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Updated June 2026

Definition

Plural of hexad, referring to groups or sets containing exactly six items.

“The poem was arranged in hexades, each stanza containing exactly six carefully balanced lines.”

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Synonyms

sixes hexadsgroups of six

Word Game Tips

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Wordle

Starts with HEX, a useful prefix to recognise. The ADES ending links it to other classical numerical words

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Scrabble

The X scores 8 points, making HEXADES a strong play. Aim to land the X on a premium bonus square

Words Related to Hexades

Words one letter different

Change a single letter of “hexades” to make these 7-letter words — useful for Wordle and crossword clues.

hexanes

Words you can make from Hexades

Shorter words formed from the letters in “hexades”.

hexads aedes ashed deash desex dexes eased hades heads heeds hexad hexed hexes sadhe shade axed axes dahs dase dash deas dees ease edea

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