Word Lanes Level 8490 Answers
9 clues solved and verified
This page gives the complete, verified answers for Word Lanes Level 8490, part of the Levels 8401-8500 block. Level 8490 contains 9 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 among the hardest levels in the game, with obscure trivia and compound answers that reward the crossing-letter method. 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 8401-8500 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 8490 Clues and Answers
| Clue | Answer |
|---|---|
| Drag or trail something through water | TRAWL |
| Fervent, passionate, intense | VEHEMENT |
| Former British athlete and president of the IAAF | SEBCOE |
| Keeping out of view, waiting for drama to pass | LYINGLOW |
| Lizard that is able to blend into its surroundings | CHAMELEON |
| Out-of-control forest burner | WILDFIRE |
| Rocky ravines and streams in N America | GULCHES |
| Someone who makes nice bouquets for a living | FLORIST |
| Wet flour, eggs, milk | BATTER |
Word-by-Word Breakdown
TRAWL 5 letters - "Drag or trail something through water" is a straight definition, and TRAWL is the word that matches. It is the shortest lane here; leave it until the crossings make it obvious.
VEHEMENT 8 letters - the clue "Fervent, passionate, intense" describes VEHEMENT directly. It opens with an uncommon V, which makes it a strong anchor for the lanes it crosses.
SEBCOE 6 letters - "Former British athlete and president of the IAAF" leads to SEBCOE by definition. BATTER in this level is the same length, so check the crossing letters before you commit.
LYINGLOW 8 letters - reading "Keeping out of view, waiting for drama to pass" literally points to LYINGLOW. It begins with L and ends with W; use any crossing letters you already have to confirm it.
CHAMELEON 9 letters - "Lizard that is able to blend into its surroundings" is a straight definition, and CHAMELEON is the word that matches. It is the longest answer in Level 8490, so solving it first exposes the most crossing letters.
WILDFIRE 8 letters - Word Lanes strips the space, so WILDFIRE goes into the lane as one unbroken run of 8 letters. It opens with an uncommon W, which makes it a strong anchor for the lanes it crosses.
GULCHES 7 letters - the plural form is the giveaway here - "Rocky ravines and streams in N America" asks for more than one, and GULCHES fits. The trailing S is often the first letter a crossing clue hands you.
FLORIST 7 letters - reading "Someone who makes nice bouquets for a living" literally points to FLORIST. It begins with F and ends with T; use any crossing letters you already have to confirm it.
BATTER 6 letters - "Wet flour, eggs, milk" is a straight definition, and BATTER is the word that matches. The doubled T is a giveaway once one crossing lands on it.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many clues are in Word Lanes Level 8490?
Level 8490 has 9 clues, each with a verified answer.
What if my Level 8490 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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