FacetWord
One word, many meanings: guess it from as few definitions as you can.
Every day: One numbered set of five word puzzles a day, the same for everyone: four words to find from their different meanings, then The Twist, a timed round with an impostor clue. New puzzle: Once a day; the site does not state the time.
FacetWord gives you five puzzles a day built on words with several meanings. Each starts with a single meaning; a wrong guess reveals another, up to three. The fifth puzzle, The Twist, shows four clues at once, one of them an impostor, against the clock.
About FacetWord
FacetWord is a daily word game about the many sides of a word. Each day's set is numbered and the same for every player, and the puzzles get harder as you go.
In the first four puzzles you see one meaning of a hidden word and get one guess. If you miss, a second meaning appears that comes at the word from another angle, and then a third, final one. Guess it from the first meaning for the best result.
The fifth puzzle is The Twist. Four clues appear together: three point to the same word and one is an impostor. Before you see it you choose a mode, One Shot (25 seconds and a single guess, which can earn a Flawless Facet) or Play It Safe (45 seconds and three guesses). Its difficulty changes from day to day. Solved words polish your Facet, a gem that evolves from rough stone as you keep playing.
It is free, with no account needed. It suits crossword solvers and anyone who enjoys words with double meanings.
How to play FacetWord
- Open facetword.com to start today's numbered set.
- Read the first meaning and guess the word.
- If you miss, a new meaning appears; you get up to three.
- Finish four words, then choose a mode for The Twist and spot the impostor clue in time.
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Tips
- Think of short, common words: they tend to have the most meanings.
- When a second meaning appears, look for the word that fits both.
- Choose One Shot for The Twist only if you are confident; Play It Safe gives three guesses.
Questions
How many puzzles are there a day?
Five: four words from meanings and The Twist.
Is it the same for everyone?
Yes. Each day's set is numbered and shared.
Do I need an account?
No.
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