Fictive
7 lettersadjectiverareUpdated June 2026
Definition
Imaginary or invented, particularly describing something created to serve as a cover for deception.
“The spy used a fictive identity to gain access to the facility without raising suspicion.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈfɪktɪv/
Syllables
fic·tive
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Wordle
V near the end is uncommon in Wordle and the -IVE ending is shared with ACTIVE and NATIVE
Scrabble
V scores 4 points and the -IVE ending is a reliable hook pattern making FICTIVE a bingo opportunity
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