5-Letter Words Containing ED
100 wordsThe ED pattern dominates English word lists, appearing in countless past-tense verbs and participial adjectives. This collection ranges from everyday terms to rare gems that can shift the momentum of any word game.
Pattern Guide
Word recommendations for board games.
Word Games
High-value words for board games
Top 5-Letter Words
caused to show discomposure
perplexed by many conflicting situations or statements; filled with bewilderment
in a state of mental numbness especially as resulting from shock
fixed and unmoving
(usually used colloquially) causing or accompanied by misfortune
of animals having jaws of a specified type
troubled persistently especially with petty annoyances
Top 5-Letter Words
caused to show discomposure
of animals having jaws of a specified type
perplexed by many conflicting situations or statements; filled with bewilderment
troubled persistently especially with petty annoyances
enclosed in or as if in a box
in a state of mental numbness especially as resulting from shock
fixed and unmoving
FAZED tops both Scrabble and WWF at 18 points, but JAWED reveals the scoring gap between games—it earns 18 points in WWF versus 16 in Scrabble due to WWF's higher J value. VEXED follows a similar pattern, scoring 17 in WWF but 16 in Scrabble because X carries more weight there. When choosing between high-scoring ED words, check which game you're playing before committing that premium tile.
Wordle
5-letter words for daily puzzles
Good Starters (E, A, R, S, T)
TRIED and TIRED share the same letters but test different positions, making them complementary guesses. BASED offers a strong alternative with its common consonants and two vowels.
Hidden Gems
Rare but valid words to surprise opponents
SEDUM names a genus of succulent plants often found in rock gardens. Most players have never encountered it, making it an easy challenge when opponents question its validity. Keep it ready for when you're stuck with an awkward U.
Popular crossword answers
Words frequently used in crossword puzzles with common clues.
More "ED" Pages
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