Some days, Wordle serves up something elegant. Other days? It gets a little icky. October 17, 2025’s Wordle made players wrinkle their noses — but hey, that’s part of the fun!

Top Hints for Today's Wordle: 17th October 2025

  1. Five letters, one reaction: “Ew.”
  2. Starts with G.
  3. Ends with S.
  4. Think of something unpleasant or over the top.
  5. A word that can describe both disgust and excess.
  6. You might use it when talking about a bad smell, a rude comment, or too much detail.
  7. It’s not pretty — but it’s expressive.
  8. Rhymes (sort of) with “toss.”

Answer for Today’s Wordle: 17th October 2025

Today’s sticky little surprise? GROSS.

Simple, common, yet somehow perfectly dramatic. “Gross” is one of those words that fits almost any complaint — bad food, bad manners, bad vibes. It’s blunt, bold, and a little funny, too.

Many players second-guessed it, thinking it was too easy — but that’s what made it brilliant. Wordle went back to basics, proving that even the simplest words can pack a punch.

So whether you got it early or gagged your way to the end, “GROSS” left everyone with something to react to.

Tricks to get it going

If you want to improve your chances of solving the puzzle faster, here are a few tried-and-true strategies:

  1. Start with a strong opener – Choose a word packed with common vowels and consonants (like R, S, T, N, L). This quickly reveals patterns.
  2. Mix up the vowels – Don’t hesitate to test different vowel placements early on. Knowing where vowels sit can unlock the word structure fast.
  3. Use elimination smartly – Even a “wrong” guess is useful. Pay attention to grays, greens, and yellows to cut down options logically.
  4. Don’t cling to one idea – If you get stuck, reset your thinking. Often, the right word is simpler than the brain makes it out to be.
  5. Look for word patterns – Endings like “-ED,” “-ER,” or “-Y” are common in Wordle answers, so keep those in mind when filling blanks.
  6. Stay calm under pressure – The sixth guess can feel intense, but don’t rush. Take a breath and think of all the possibilities that fit your clues.

Wordle has become a daily ritual for millions of people around the world—and for good reason. It’s quick, it’s challenging, and it delivers that tiny hit of accomplishment that sets the tone for the rest of the day. Part of the magic is its simplicity: just five letters, six tries, and a new puzzle every day. Add in the friendly competition of sharing results without giving away the answer, and suddenly it’s more than a game—it’s a community habit.

Another reason? It’s accessible. Anyone can play, from casual puzzle lovers to word nerds, without needing to download anything complicated or spend more than a few minutes. That balance of easy to start and hard to master is what keeps people coming back every single morning.

Keep practicing, keep playing, and come back tomorrow ready for a fresh word and a brand-new victory.