Introduction to Today's Wordle

Looking for today’s Wordle answer? We’ve got Wordle hints first, then today’s answer for NYT Wordle No. 1,948 for Monday, Oct. 19, 2026.

Today’s Wordle answer might bring a smile to your face. It's a common word familiar to many. Continue reading for clues and the solution.

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Today’s Wordle hints

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Wordle hint No. 1: Repeated Letters

Today’s Wordle answer contains no repeated letters.

Wordle hint No. 2: Vowels

Today’s Wordle answer includes one vowel.

Wordle hint No. 3: First Letter

Today’s Wordle answer begins with the letter S.

Wordle hint No. 4: Last Letter

Today’s Wordle answer concludes with the letter K.

Wordle hint No. 5: Meaning

Today’s Wordle answer can refer to emitting a strong, unpleasant odor.

TODAY’S WORDLE ANSWER

Today’s Wordle answer is STINK.

Yesterday’s Wordle answer

Yesterday’s Wordle answer, Oct. 18, No. 1,947, was ADORN.

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