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Muggy

5 lettersadjective

Updated June 2026

Definition

warm and humid

The muggy afternoon made everyone lethargic.

Pronunciation

IPA

/ˈmʌɡi/

Syllables

mug·gy

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Synonyms

steamysticky

Word Game Tips

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Wordle

"Muggy" repeats a letter (4 unique of 5), so it rules out fewer options as an opening guess. Its 1 vowel balance the consonants.

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"Muggy" is worth 12 points before board bonuses. Aim its letters at double/triple-letter and word squares to lift the score.

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