Game
Derivety is a daily etymology word game where players must guess the word from the meaning of its origin.
The game challenges you to identify the target word, guided by an origin word, its meaning and a helpful hint.
The timing element adds an extra layer of excitement, pushing you to think and act quickly.
Play now at derivety.com
example
ORIGIN WORD: sedeō (Latin)
The answer derives, either fully or partially, from this historical word.
MEANING: To Sit
This is what the historical word meant.
HINT: In Charge
This clue should help you uncover the answer.
Once you press Play the timer starts, and a new letter is revealed every twelve seconds.
Type in your guess and click “Check Answer ↲”.
If you're correct, the clock stops, and you'll receive a Solve Time score.
If you're wrong, the board will shake and reset, allowing you to try again.
The answer to the example above is PRESIDENT.