Wordle Hint for May 18, 2026 (Puzzle #1794) – Can You Solve 'Loath'?

Wordle Hint for May 18, 2026 (Puzzle #1794)

Introduction

Today's Wordle is a bit tricky because of the double letters? Actually, no double letters this time, but the word contains a less common vowel combination. It's a word you use to describe a strong feeling of reluctance or dislike. Think about a synonym for 'hate' or 'reluctant'.

Hints (Spoiler-Free)

• Hint 1: This word expresses a strong feeling of dislike or unwillingness. It starts with 'L'.
• Hint 2: The word has two vowels in a row (a diphthong) – specifically 'oa'.
• Hint 3: The last letter is 'H', and the word rhymes with 'both' (but with an 'L' instead of 'B').

The Answer

loath

If you're ready, the answer is LOATH.

Strategy

Today's word is 'loath', meaning unwilling or reluctant (e.g., "I am loath to admit it"). It's a common but not everyday word, which can make it tricky. The 'oa' combination is relatively rare, so if you tried words like 'MOAST' or 'ROAST' without success, you might have struggled.

A good starting word like 'STARE' or 'CRANE' would give you the position of 'A' and maybe 'T'. Then using common letters like 'L' and 'H' early helps. Once you had 'L _ A _ H', the only common word that fits is 'LOATH'.

Remember, Wordle doesn't care about rare words – as long as it's in the dictionary, it's fair game. Good luck with tomorrow's puzzle!