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Date: 2025-11-18
FEARS → STATE
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects FEARS to STATE in 5 steps. This 5-letter word puzzle challenges your vocabulary and logic skills. Can you find the shortest path?
Play This PuzzleStep-by-Step Solution
Step 1
FEARS → BEARS
Change the 1st letter F to B, turning FEARS into BEARS.
Step 2
BEARS → BEATS
Change the 4th letter R to T, turning BEARS into BEATS.
Step 3
BEATS → SEATS
Change the 1st letter B to S, turning BEATS into SEATS.
Step 4
SEATS → STATS
Change the 2nd letter E to T, turning SEATS into STATS.
Step 5
STATS → STATE
Change the 5th letter S to E, turning STATS into STATE.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 2, pos 2: 1, pos 4: 1, pos 5: 1. Most-changed position: 1 (2).
Change sequence: 1, 4, 1, 2, 5.
Letter mix: V→V 0, V→C 1, C→V 1, C→C 3.
Word stats: 6 words, 7 unique letters. Start/target share 1 position.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from FEARS to STATE?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from FEARS to STATE takes exactly 5 steps.
Q: Any tips for today's puzzle?
A: This puzzle involves 5-letter words. A good strategy is to look for common intermediate words or focus on changing vowels first.
Q: Where can I play past Word Ladder puzzles?
A: You can access our complete archive by clicking the "Puzzle Archive" link at the bottom of the page.
Word Definitions
FEARS
BEARS
BEATS
SEATS
STATS
STATE