How to Play The Dictionary Game
The Dictionary Game is a daily word puzzle that challenges you to guess a mystery word using contextual clues from its dictionary definition. Here's everything you need to know to start playing and winning!
Basic Rules
1. Read the Clue
Each puzzle presents a clue—a portion of the word's dictionary definition with the target word hidden. Study the context carefully.
2. Guess Letters
Use the on-screen keyboard or your physical keyboard to guess letters. Correct letters will appear in their positions. Incorrect guesses reduce your remaining attempts.
3. Use Hints Wisely
Stuck? Reveal a letter hint to see one correct letter in the word. Use hints strategically to maximize your score.
4. Win the Puzzle
Complete the word before running out of attempts to win. Each correct guess adds to your daily streak and unlocks achievements.
Difficulty Levels
Choose from three difficulty settings to match your skill level:
- •Easy: More attempts, helpful hints, shorter words
- •Medium: Balanced challenge with moderate attempts
- •Hard: Limited attempts, complex words, test your skills
Scoring System
Your score is based on several factors:
- •Remaining attempts when you solve the puzzle
- •Number of hints used (fewer hints = higher score)
- •Time taken to complete the puzzle
- •Difficulty level selected
Pro Tips
💡Start with vowels: Guessing common vowels (A, E, I, O, U) first helps reveal the word structure
💡Use context clues: Pay attention to the definition for hints about word type and meaning
💡Look for patterns: Common letter combinations like TH, ER, ING can guide your guesses
💡Build streaks: Play daily to maintain your streak and unlock special achievements
💡Review past games: Check the archive to see previous puzzles and improve your strategy
Features to Explore
- 📊Statistics: Track your win rate, average score, and streak history
- 🏆Achievements: Unlock badges for milestones and special accomplishments
- 📅Archive: Replay past daily puzzles anytime
- 🌓Dark Mode: Switch between light and dark themes for comfortable play