USA Today Rootonym October 23, 2026 Answers
All 4 root words from the Friday Rootonym — each answer with its root and what the root means.
Substance composed of two or more metals (noun)
Candy disliked the thin metal light fixture and chose a heavier ________ for the chandelier.
Of or relating to the body's system for conveying brain impulses of the senses (adjective)
The doctor explained that Jake's stroke had caused ________ damage to his brain.
Sharply or bitterly severe in temper, manner or tone; biting or sour in taste (adjective)
The wine contained an ________ flavor that Antoine found unacceptable and he refused the bottle.
Great warmth of feeling; intense devotion; fervor; zeal (noun)
Isabelle practiced with ________ for many hours because she was passionate about the piano.
About this puzzle
This page lists all root words from the USA Today Rootonym published on October 23, 2026. Each card shows the masked word as it appears in the puzzle, the shared root with its meaning, the full answer, and the definition. Tap any definition to open that word's page with its example sentence.