Ripple

6 lettersnouncommon

Updated June 2026

Definition

A small undulating wave that forms on the surface of a liquid.

“A stone dropped into the pond sent ripples spreading outward in perfect circles.”

Pronunciation

IPA

/ˈrɪp(ə)l/

Syllables

rip·ple

Related Words

Synonyms

ripplingrifflewaveletruffle cockleundulatebabbleguggle

Antonyms

stillnesscalm

Word Game Tips

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Wordle

Double L near the end is the tricky bit, R, I, P, L, E are all common letters to test.

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Scrabble

Worth 8 points, RIPPLE has good letter balance and the double L can hook for -S or -D extensions.

Words Related to Ripple

Words one letter different

Change a single letter of “ripple” to make these 6-letter words — useful for Wordle and crossword clues.

fipple tipple

Words you can make from Ripple

Shorter words formed from the letters in “ripple”.

peril piler piper plier epil lire peri pier pile pipe prep repp riel rile ripe

Add a letter to make a longer word

7-letter words you can spell by adding one letter to “ripple”.

applier clipper cripple flipper

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