Illinois
8 lettersnounmoderateUpdated February 2026
Definition
A state in the Midwestern United States, known for Chicago, its largest city. Named after the Illinois Native American tribe, with Springfield as its capital.
“Illinois is famous for its diverse economy, from agriculture in rural areas to finance in Chicago.”
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Wordle
Proper noun with double L and I - contains three I's total
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Scrabble
Worth 8 points; proper nouns generally not allowed in standard rules
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