- Average remaining
- 1.0
- Worst branch
- 1
- Information
- 2.0 bits
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Five-letter words matching _IZZ_
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This pattern has 8 words in the Wordle guess list; 4 are possible answers. The calculator compared 14,786 Wordle guesses against those 4 answers. The possible-answer label is a guide, not a promise about what Wordle's editors will choose.
Previously used by Wordle: DIZZY (February 27, 2026); FIZZY (April 1, 2026); PIZZA (July 4, 2026); TIZZY (July 21, 2025).
ABAFT does not fit this page's clues. DIZZY keeps every clue shown here and leaves an average remainder of 1.5 (2 in its worst branch). Check any additional yellow-position clues in the full Solver.
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_IZZY
DIZZY, FIZZY, TIZZY differ only in the first position. Trying them one at a time can use several turns; ABAFT tests the family more efficiently.
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Pattern guide
What fits _IZZ_?
All 8 matching words are shown above. 4 are possible answers.
Letters that fit the blanks
- 1st letter B, D, F, M, P, T, W
- 5th letter A, O, Y
Meanings and answer history
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DIZZY
Experiencing a sensation of whirling and of being giddy, unbalanced, or lightheaded.
“I stood up too fast and felt dizzy.”
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Past Wordle answer: February 27, 2026.
FIZZY
Containing bubbles.
“Fizzy drinks are also known as carbonated beverages.”
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Past Wordle answer: April 1, 2026.
PIZZA
A baked Italian dish of a thinly rolled bread crust typically topped before baking with tomato sauce, cheese, and other ingredients such as meat or vegetables.
“a slice of pizza”
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Past Wordle answer: July 4, 2026.
TIZZY
A state of nervous excitement, confusion, or distress; a dither.
“to be in a tizzy”
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Past Wordle answer: July 21, 2025.
BIZZO
Business; a matter or matters of personal concern; a course of action.
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Not listed among past Wordle answers.
BIZZY
Alternative form of bizzie.
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Not listed among past Wordle answers.
MIZZY
A bog or quagmire.
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Not listed among past Wordle answers.
WIZZO
Abbreviation of weapon systems officer
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Not listed among past Wordle answers.
Common questions
- How many five-letter words match _IZZ_?
- 8 five-letter words match _IZZ_ in this site's Wordle guess list. Of these, 4 are possible answers.
- Which matching word has the highest feedback entropy?
- Among all matching words, TIZZY has the highest feedback entropy at 3.08 bits against the possible answers.