Brains
6 lettersnouncommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
Plural of brain, the organ of the central nervous system enclosed within the skull that controls thought, movement, and bodily functions.
“Scientists have long debated whether larger brains necessarily lead to greater cognitive ability.”
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Very common word, contains RAIN inside, BRAIN + S, a strong early Wordle guess covering frequent letters
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Worth 8 points, common high-frequency word useful for clearing vowel-heavy racks, solid board play
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