Illustrated Chess Olympiad scene — AI-generated artwork behind this tournament's word search puzzle
A free Chess Olympiad word search you can play straight in the browser. The 12-word list draws on its format, its trophy, and the traditions around it, hidden across a 15×15 grid in every direction. Drag through the letters to mark a word off.
Words to find: OLYMPIAD, FIDE, ROUND, SWISS, OPEN, WOMEN, RESERVE, CAPTAIN, ARBITER, MATCH, BOARD, VENUE.
There is no timer pressure: take as long as you like, and spend a hint if a word will not surface.
Chess Olympiad word list, defined
OLYMPIAD/ɒlˈɪmpɪæd/ · noun
An international athletic competition in which athletes from different countries compete in a variety of sports, held every four years. Related: Games, Championships, Tournament, Competition.
ROUND/raʊnd/ · adjective, verb, noun
Having a circular shape or form; curved or bent. To move in a circular motion or to make something circular. Related: circular, curved, bent, oval.
SWISS/swɪs/ · adjective
Relating to Switzerland or its people, or made in Switzerland, especially of high quality. Related: Swiss-made, Alpine, European, Luxurious.
OPEN/ɒpən/ · adjective, verb, noun
Not closed or shut; accessible to the air or to view. To make something accessible or available. Related: accessible, available, unlocked, ajar.
WOMEN/wʊmɛn/ · noun
Adult human females, or a female human being. Women are often characterized by their reproductive and social roles. Related: girls, ladies, females, womenfolk.
RESERVE/rɛzərv/ · noun, verb
A resource or supply set aside for future use, or the act of keeping something back or in reserve. A feeling of calmness and composure, especially in difficult or trying circumstances. Related: conservation, retention, storage, hoarding.
CAPTAIN/kæptən/ · noun
A person in command of a ship, aircraft, or other vehicle; a senior officer in the armed forces. A person who is in charge of a team or group. Related: officer, commander, leader, skipper.
ARBITER/ɑːrˈbaɪtər/ · noun
A person or thing that has the power to make a decision or settle a dispute. An arbiter is often impartial and has authority to make a binding judgment. Related: mediator, judge, referee, umpire.
MATCH/mætʃ/ · noun, verb
A small stick of combustible material used to produce fire by friction, typically made of wood, paper, or a similar material. To be equal or corresponding in size, amount, or degree. Related: spark, ember, flame, ignite.
BOARD/bɔːd/ · noun, verb
A flat, rigid, and often rectangular piece of material used for various purposes, such as writing, drawing, or playing games. To consider or discuss something in a formal or official manner. Related: panel, slab, tablet, plank.
VENUE/vɛnuː/ · noun
A place where an event or activity is held; a location or building used for a particular purpose, such as a concert hall or a sports stadium. Related: location, site, spot, place.