Some Wordles smell like trouble — literally. October 27, 2025’s puzzle wasn’t pretty or poetic, but it sure made an impact. A word with attitude, edge, and a whiff of mischief.

Top Hints for Today's Wordle: 27 October 2025

  1. It’s a five-letter adjective.
  2. Starts with F.
  3. Describes something extremely unpleasant.
  4. Commonly used for air, odors, or decay.
  5. Has a slightly old-fashioned but powerful tone.
  6. Includes both E and I.
  7. Ends with D.
  8. Think of something you’d wrinkle your nose at.

Answer for Today’s Wordle: 27 October 2025

The answer was FETID.

Short, sharp, and absolutely stinky — in the best linguistic way possible. “FETID” isn’t a word you use every day, but it’s one every Wordle player now won’t forget.

Many players guessed words like “FILTH” or “SMELT” before stumbling into the right one. It was the kind of puzzle that felt challenging yet classy — a true vocabulary flex for Monday minds.

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.