Illustrated Edvard Munch scene — AI-generated artwork behind this artist's word search puzzle
Edvard Munch, as a word search. 12 words drawn from famous works, materials, and the movement they belong to sit hidden in a 15×15 letter grid, running in every direction. Drag across a word to claim it, and clear the board to finish.
Words to find: SCREAM, MADONNA, SICKCHILD, ANXIETY, DESPAIR, PUBERTY, VAMPIRE, DANCE, BRIDGE, WEEPINGWOMAN, PASTEL, OILPAINT.
Diagonals are where most players stall. Once you are down to the last word or two, sweep the diagonals deliberately.
Edvard Munch word list, defined
SCREAM/skriːm/ · verb, noun
To produce a loud, high-pitched cry, typically in a state of strong emotion. A loud, high-pitched cry. Related: shout, bellow, holler, yell.
MADONNA/məˈdɒnə/ · noun
The Virgin Mary, especially as depicted in art. A title of respect used to address a woman, similar to 'ma'am' or 'madam'. Related: Virgin Mary, mother of God, saint, lady.
ANXIETY/ˈæn.ɪk.sɪ.ti/ · noun
A feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease about something with an uncertain outcome. Related: apprehension, fear, nervousness, unease.
DESPAIR/dɪˈspeər/ · noun
A feeling of deep and abiding sadness or hopelessness, often resulting from a loss or a perceived failure. A state of being utterly without hope or confidence. Related: despondency, hopelessness, desolation, dejection.
PUBERTY/ˈpʌbərti/ · noun
The process of physical and emotional changes that occur in a person as they develop from a child into an adult, typically between the ages of 10 and 19. Related: adolescence, development, growth, maturation.
VAMPIRE/ˈvæmpaɪər/ · noun
A mythological or supernatural being that feeds on the blood of the living, often depicted as a creature of the night with fangs and a thirst for blood. Related: bloodsucker, ghoul, monster, creature.
DANCE/dɑːns/ · noun, verb
A series of movements performed to music, typically to express emotion or tell a story. To move one's body in a rhythmic way, especially to music. Related: movement, performance, routine, twirl.
BRIDGE/brɪdʒ/ · noun, verb
A structure built over a river or other obstacle, allowing people or vehicles to cross. To connect or join two things, especially by a bridge. Related: span, link, connect, span.
PASTEL/pæstɛl/ · noun
A pale or delicate color, especially one used in painting or printing. A pale or delicate shade of a color, especially one used in fashion. Related: pale, delicate, soft, muted.