Wordle Hints and Answer – Solution #1,520, August 17, 2025

If today’s Wordle has you stumped, you’re in the perfect spot for help. Whether you want subtle hints or need the straight answer, here’s your complete guide to solving puzzle #1,520 for Sunday, August 17, 2025.

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Yesterday’s Wordle Answer

Yesterday’s solution (August 16, 2025) was MATTE—a non-glossy surface finish.

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Hints for Today’s Wordle (#1,520)

Try these clues before scrolling to the answer:

1. Contains two vowels.
2. No double letters.
3. Starts with “L”.
4. Rhymes with “drowsy” and is the opposite of “excellent”.

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Today’s Wordle Answer – August 17, 2025

The solution to Wordle puzzle #1,520 is:

LOUSY 👎

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Word Meaning – “Lousy”

Lousy (adjective):

• Primary meaning: Very bad, unpleasant, or of poor quality.
  • Example: “The weather has been lousy all week.”
• Informal usage: Used to express strong dissatisfaction or disappointment.
  • Example: “I had a lousy day at work.”
• Historical note: Originally meant “infested with lice,” but evolved to mean generally terrible or worthless.

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Tips for Tomorrow’s Wordle

• Start with vowel-rich words like ADIEU, MEDIA, or AISLE.
• No double letters today means you can focus on testing different consonants.
• Strong second guesses: Try STERN, IRATE, or ATONE to cover common letters.
• Don’t repeat gray letters from previous guesses—elimination is key!

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