Ligands
7 lettersnounrareUpdated June 2026
Definition
Plural of ligand, referring to atoms, molecules, or ions that bind to a central atom to form a coordination complex in chemistry.
“The chemist identified the ligands responsible for the compound's remarkable stability at high temperatures.”
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Contains G and D which are moderately common, the LIGA opening is unusual in Wordle and narrows options fast.
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G and D add moderate points, a scientific term valid in Scrabble, the S ending allows extension from LIGAND.
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