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Nettly

6 lettersadjectiverare

Updated June 2026

Definition

Resembling or abounding in nettles, especially in being prickly or likely to cause irritation.

The nettly undergrowth along the path left red marks on her bare legs.

Pronunciation

Syllables

net·tly

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Synonyms

pricklystinging

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Wordle

Ends in -LY with a double T, an uncommon adjective that may surprise Wordle solvers

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Scrabble

Y scores 4 points, the double T adds no bonus tile value, NETTLY is obscure but valid if challenged

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