The answer to Wordle #1,794 was

LOATH

LOATH: Averse, disinclined; reluctant, unwilling. Always followed by a verbal phrase.

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Letter difficulty: Easy

Its letter pattern is relatively straightforward.

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The solver reaches the answer in 2 guesses.

Common questions

What was the Wordle answer for May 18, 2026?
The Wordle answer for May 18, 2026 (puzzle #1794) was LOATH.
What does LOATH mean?
LOATH: Averse, disinclined; reluctant, unwilling. Always followed by a verbal phrase.
Why was Wordle #1794 tricky?
LOATH is rated easy for letter difficulty. Its letter pattern is relatively straightforward.

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