Today’s Wordle #1764 for April 18 brings an unusual twist, with a word that many players may recognize—but not immediately recall. Early reactions suggest this puzzle could quietly break streaks, especially for those relying only on common, everyday vocabulary.
If you’re looking for the latest Wordle answer or just need a few helpful nudges, this guide walks you through progressively stronger hints before revealing the solution. Today’s challenge leans more on meaning and context than spelling difficulty.
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Unlike puzzles built around familiar daily-use words, today’s answer sits slightly outside the usual rotation. That makes it harder to guess quickly, even though the structure itself is straightforward.
Today’s Wordle Hints
• There are no repeated letters, meaning each guess can help eliminate multiple possibilities
• The word includes two vowels, plus one letter that can sometimes act as a vowel depending on usage
• It begins with the letter T, a common but versatile starting point
• The word is considered somewhat uncommon in modern conversation
• It is a noun referring to a type of person
• The meaning is tied to behavior involving excessive praise or agreement
• Think of a character like Mr. Smithers from The Simpsons, known for constantly flattering his boss
Today’s Word: TOADY
A person who flatters or fawns over someone in authority to gain approval or advantage.
This puzzle highlights the gap between recognition and recall. Many players may know the word when they see it, but thinking of it within six guesses is a different challenge altogether.
The absence of repeated letters and relatively simple structure might initially feel helpful, but the uncommon usage shifts the difficulty toward vocabulary recall rather than pattern-solving.
Wordle continues to keep players on their toes by mixing familiar patterns with less frequently used words, ensuring that each day’s puzzle feels fresh and unpredictable.
If you want to improve your chances, consider starting with words that include common letters while also testing different vowel placements early. You can try the next puzzle on the New York Times Wordle page, where a new challenge appears daily.
By Gael Cooper (adapted)
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