Illustrated Arc de Triomphe scene — AI-generated artwork behind this landmark's word search puzzle
A free Arc de Triomphe (Paris) word search you can play straight in the browser. The 12-word list draws on architectural features, history, and surrounding places, hidden across a 15×15 grid in every direction. Drag through the letters to mark a word off.
Located in Paris.
Words to find: ARCH, TRIOMPHE, NAPOLEON, ARMISTICE, INCONNU, FRISE, PILLIERS, MARBRE, GRANIT, BRONZE, RELIEF, COLONNADE.
There is no timer pressure: take as long as you like, and spend a hint if a word will not surface.
Arc de Triomphe word list, defined
ARCH/ɑːrtʃ/ · noun, verb, adjective
A curved structure spanning an opening that supports weight above it; also, as an adjective, playfully or affectedly mischievous in manner. Related: curve, arc, vault, bow.
NAPOLEON/næpəˈlɒn/ · proper noun
A French military leader and emperor (1769–1821), known for his conquests in Europe. A small, three-cornered hat, typically worn by military officers. Related: emperor, general, commander, leader.
ARMISTICE/ˈɑːmɪstɪs/ · noun
A formal agreement between warring parties to stop fighting temporarily or permanently, typically in order to negotiate peace. Related: ceasefire, truce, peace treaty, armistice agreement.
INCONNU/ɪnkɒnuː/ · noun
An unknown or unacknowledged person, especially one who is mysterious or enigmatic. Related: unknown, mysterious person, enigmatic figure, unidentified person.
FRISE/ˈfriːzeɪ/ · noun
Frisé is a noun referring to a deep-pile fabric or rug with the pile left uncut so that it forms loops or curls; it also denotes a curly texture in fur or hair. Related: plush, pile, nap.
BRONZE/brɒnz/ · noun, verb, adjective
A reddish-brown alloy of copper, usually with tin, used historically and today for sculpture, tools, and ornaments; also a similar reddish-brown colour. Related: copper alloy, statuary metal, tan, russet.
RELIEF/ˈrɛlɪf/ · noun, verb
A feeling of happiness or relief is a strong and pleasant feeling that you have when something unpleasant or difficult has stopped or been dealt with. To provide or afford relief is to make a difficult or unpleasant situation easier or less severe. Related: comfort, solace, alleviation, ease.
A row or sequence of columns supporting a roof, entablature, or arches, typically forming the façade of a building or a covered walkway. Related: portico, peristyle, colonnaded gallery, arcade.