Opposite of exo-
Editorially verified for the Aug 28, 2026
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Clue explained
ENTO- is a scientific prefix meaning within or inside, contrasted with EXO-, meaning outside. The clue asks for the prefix opposite exo-; ENTO- is the form used in terms such as entomology.
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The answer to “Opposite of exo-” in the The Washington Post crossword is ENTO — a 4-letter word. It most recently appeared in the The Washington Post crossword on August 28, 2026, a Friday puzzle, at 7-Down. Below you'll find why that fill fits, every other answer we've recorded for this clue, and links into the puzzle it came from.
“Opposite of exo-” answer
ENTO (4 letters)
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When else has “Opposite of exo-” appeared?
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August 28, 2026 (most recent) → ENTO. We haven't indexed another appearance of this exact clue yet.
Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to “Opposite of exo-”?
The answer is ENTO, a 4-letter word. It most recently appeared in the The Washington Post crossword on August 28, 2026.
How many letters is the answer to “Opposite of exo-”?
4 letters: ENTO.
When did this clue appear?
Most recently in the The Washington Post crossword on August 28, 2026 (a Friday puzzle), at 7-Down.
Can “Opposite of exo-” have a different answer?
Yes — The Washington Post sometimes reuses a clue with a different solution to fit the grid. The answers we've recorded for each date it appeared are listed above when available.
Where can I find the rest of this day's WaPo Crossword answers?
The full grid for August 28, 2026 is on the WaPo Crossword answers page, with every clue and answer from that puzzle.
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