Wire

4 lettersnouncommon

Updated June 2026

Definition

A thin, flexible metal strand used for electrical conduction or structural support.

“The electrician connected the wire to the outlet.”

Pronunciation

IPA

/waɪə/

Related Words

Synonyms

cable cord

Antonyms

unwire

Word Game Tips

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Wordle

W start with I-E vowel pattern.

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Scrabble

Worth 7 points, good connecting word.

Words Related to Wire

Words one letter different

Change a single letter of “wire” to make these 4-letter words — useful for Wordle and crossword clues.

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Add a letter to make a longer word

5-letter words you can spell by adding one letter to “wire”.

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Longer words starting with Wire

Words that begin with “wire”.

wired wirer wires wireless

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