The answer to Wordle #233 was

ELDER

ELDER: comparative degree of old: older, greater than another in age or seniority.

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Letter difficulty: Moderate

Why it may be tricky: a repeated letter.

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In a replay of past puzzles, Wordle #233 scores 18/100 for solver difficulty (easier for the solver).

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Common questions

What was the Wordle answer for February 7, 2022?
The Wordle answer for February 7, 2022 (puzzle #233) was ELDER.
What does ELDER mean?
ELDER: comparative degree of old: older, greater than another in age or seniority.
Why was Wordle #233 tricky?
ELDER is rated moderate for letter difficulty. Why it may be tricky: a repeated letter.

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