Macule

6 lettersnounrare

Updated June 2026

Definition

A flat, discoloured patch of skin that is not raised above the surrounding surface, typically symptomatic of an underlying condition.

“The dermatologist noted a small macule on the patient's forearm and recommended monitoring it over time.”

Pronunciation

Syllables

mac·ule

Related Words

Synonyms

macula

Word Game Tips

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Wordle

No repeated letters, contains C, U, and L in close succession, an unusual cluster

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Scrabble

Worth 10 points, C on a triple-letter square elevates this medical term to a strong play

Words Related to Macule

Anagrams of Macule

Words that use exactly the same letters as “macule”.

caelum

Words one letter different

Change a single letter of “macule” to make these 6-letter words — useful for Wordle and crossword clues.

mackle macula

Words you can make from Macule

Shorter words formed from the letters in “macule”.

amelu camel clame cleam cumal leuma macle meaul ulema acle aclu acme alce alec alem alme alum amel calm came caul caum clam clem

Add a letter to make a longer word

7-letter words you can spell by adding one letter to “macule”.

calumet camelus leucoma maculae maculed macules

Longer words starting with Macule

Words that begin with “macule”.

maculed macules

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