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Hokums

6 lettersnounrare

Updated June 2026

Definition

Plural of hokum: instances of nonsensical or meaningless talk and behaviour intended to deceive or entertain.

The salesman's promises were pure hokums, designed to distract from the product's shortcomings.

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nonsenserubbishdrivelbalderdashclaptrap

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Wordle

HOKUM root is more familiar than the plural HOKUMS, and the K is the key consonant.

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Scrabble

HOKUMS scores 15 points owing to the K tile, making it an appealing option despite its rarity.

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