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Balkier

7 lettersadjectiverare

Updated June 2026

Definition

Comparative form of balky, more inclined to stop suddenly and refuse to move or comply.

The mule grew balkier with each attempt to coax it across the stream.

Pronunciation

Syllables

balk·i·er

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Synonyms

more stubbornmore obstinatemore reluctant

Antonyms

more compliantmore cooperative

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Wordle

Contains BALK root with -IER comparative ending, K is worth remembering

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Scrabble

K worth 5 points, the -IER ending is useful for comparative adjectives on the board

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