Loosen
6 lettersverbcommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
To make something less tight, firm, or rigid, or to become less tense and more relaxed in structure or restriction.
“He loosened his tie and undid the top button of his shirt after the long day of meetings.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈluːsn̩/
Syllables
loos·en
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Wordle
Double O in positions 2 and 3 and double N near the end, test L, O, and S early to narrow options
Scrabble
Worth 8 points, double N is unusual for this word pattern and the EN ending hooks well for extensions
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