Wordle #497: Know hints and answer for today’s word puzzle of October 29

Wordle #497 for October 29 is revealed at the bottom and hints are also provided for you to keep up your winning streak.

But before the hints are laid out, a quick exchange of how to play the game for the first timers.

How to play Wordle?

A letter of your choice is highlighted in GREEN if the letter is compatible with the word of the day. A letter is highlighted in YELLOW if it is required for the word, but the positioning is wrong. The player needs to shift it to a different space to get the correct word. A letter is highlighted in BLACK/GREY if it is entirely wrong and has to be replaced.


All the words quizzed in Wordle are of FIVE letters. A player gets SIX attempts to get the correct word.

Wordle #497 clues for October 29

The word is used to characterise any publicly made false remark intended to harm another person's reputation, and it is typically employed when one party wants to pursue legal action against the other. You can find two vowels in today's word.
Observe these hints to determine your Wordle answer:
• A good opening has a harmonious blend of unusual vowels and consonants.
• A fast second guess might assist in swiftly reducing the list of possible letters.
• Repeat letters might be present in the answer.
There is only the requirement that it be finished by midnight.
Therefore, there is no excuse for not treating the game like a lighthearted newspaper crossword and returning to it later if you run out of ideas.

What is the answer to Wordle #497?
LIBEL

FAQ

What is Wordle?
A software developer, Josh Wardle, developed and found the online word game Wordle, which is owned and distributed by The New York Times Company. You have six chances to guess a five-letter word.

How does Wordle work?
There isn't a Wordle app. You must use a web browser to view it. You must play on the New York Times Games website.