Suddenly

8 lettersadverbcommon

Updated February 2026

Definition

Quickly and unexpectedly; happening without warning or preparation. Indicates an abrupt change or occurrence.

“The weather suddenly changed from sunny to stormy within a matter of minutes.”

abruptly unexpectedlyall at oncewithout warning

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Not typically used in Wordle due to 8-letter length; contains double-D and -LY ending

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Worth 13 points; the Y provides good scoring potential on premium squares

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