Word Lanes Level 5497 Answers
8 clues solved and verified
This page gives the complete, verified answers for Word Lanes Level 5497, part of the Levels 5401-5500 block. Level 5497 contains 8 clues, each one solved and then typed back into the live Fanatee Inc app so that every answer on this page matches the word the game actually accepts. These are advanced levels, leaning on cultural references, lateral thinking, and longer answers. Below you will find each clue paired with its exact answer in a clean two-column table, followed by a word-by-word breakdown that explains why each solution fits its lane, how long it is, and which letters it hands to the crossing clues. If a lane is fighting you, start with the longest answer in the level: it releases the most crossing letters and usually collapses the rest of the stack. Because Word Lanes randomises level order per player after Level 12, the number printed on your screen may not be the number here - if the clues below are not the ones you are looking at, use the Clue Search Tool and type any word from your clue instead of hunting by number. You can also browse the neighbouring levels further down this page, jump back to the full 5401-5500 index, open the complete level list, or read the Tips for tactics that work on every tier. Answers verified by senior editor Dmitri Ivanov.
Level 5497 Clues and Answers
| Clue | Answer |
|---|---|
| Coral species that looks like deer antlers | STAGHORN |
| Elaborately decorative | ORNATE |
| Holy spots to commemorate the deceased | SHRINES |
| Michael __ of Riverdance fame | FLATLEY |
| Only living cats that belong to the Acinonyx genus | CHEETAHS |
| Stubbornly, securely | FIRMLY |
| Table of elements | PERIODIC |
| Transmission that isn't automatic | MANUAL |
Word-by-Word Breakdown
STAGHORN 8 letters - "Coral species that looks like deer antlers" is a straight definition, and STAGHORN is the word that matches. It ties with CHEETAHS for the longest lane in Level 5497 at 8 letters, so either one opens up the most crossings.
ORNATE 6 letters - the clue "Elaborately decorative" describes ORNATE directly. It ties with FIRMLY for the shortest lane here; wait for crossings before committing.
SHRINES 7 letters - the plural form is the giveaway here - "Holy spots to commemorate the deceased" asks for more than one, and SHRINES fits. The trailing S is often the first letter a crossing clue hands you.
FLATLEY 7 letters - the clue is a fill-in-the-blank: FLATLEY completes the phrase the puzzle is looking for. SHRINES in this level is the same length, so check the crossing letters before you commit.
CHEETAHS 8 letters - the plural form is the giveaway here - "Only living cats that belong to the Acinonyx genus" asks for more than one, and CHEETAHS fits. The doubled E is a giveaway once one crossing lands on it.
FIRMLY 6 letters - the adverb ending narrows the options - "Stubbornly, securely" leads to FIRMLY. It begins with F and ends with Y; use any crossing letters you already have to confirm it.
PERIODIC 8 letters - "Table of elements" leads to PERIODIC by definition. It begins with P and ends with C; use any crossing letters you already have to confirm it.
MANUAL 6 letters - reading "Transmission that isn't automatic" literally points to MANUAL. It begins with M and ends with L; use any crossing letters you already have to confirm it.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many clues are in Word Lanes Level 5497?
Level 5497 has 8 clues, each with a verified answer.
What if my Level 5497 looks different?
After Level 12, Word Lanes randomises level order per player. Your game may show this puzzle under a different number. Use the Clue Search tool on the homepage to find any clue by text.
Where are the answers verified?
Every answer is entered into the live Fanatee app by senior editor Dmitri Ivanov to confirm the game accepts it before publishing.
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