Gale

4 lettersnounmoderate

Updated February 2026

Definition

A very strong wind; a storm with high winds.

“The gale knocked down several trees in the neighborhood.”

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G-A-L-E pattern ending in silent E.

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Worth 5 points; useful for word extensions.

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