Word Search Puzzle: Find the Word “STEM” in the Letter Grid!

Last Updated: Feb 13, 2026, 01:42 IST

Word Search Puzzle: Can you find the word “STEM” hiding in plain sight in this letter grid? Attempt now and find out!

Find the Word 'STEM"
Find the Word 'STEM"

Finding a hidden word in the letter grid is a challenge that many of us still savour. It is one of the most popular pastimes for puzzle game lovers.

Hiding within the letter grid is a hidden word that you need to identify with the hint provided below, and solve the word puzzle.

Personally, I needed around 12-15 seconds to identify the pattern, find the hidden word, and solve the word puzzle. I got stuck because the word was spelled backward.

Now, take this cue and start searching for the hidden word.

hidden word

Source: Razzle Puzzles  

What is a Word Puzzle?

A word search puzzle consists of a series of letters arranged randomly on a grid. 

The task of the reader is to locate the word in the grid by trying to match the letters in a meaningful combination either horizontally, vertically, or diagonally. 

Word Puzzle - Find the Word “STEM”

The image shared above shows a set of random letters arranged in a 7x7 grid.

The challenge here is to find the word "STEM.”

Searching for hidden words in word puzzle games is a great way to boost your focus and improve your vocabulary.

If you have a good grasp of English paired with sharp eyes, you will be able to spot the word easily.

How To Play Word Puzzle?

Word puzzles are classic puzzles that can be played by people of any age; they are particularly popular among children and older adults.

You do not need any special abilities to play word puzzles; only your attention to detail and pattern recognition skills help you to solve word puzzles.

The word can be hidden in any format in the grid, e.g., top to bottom, sideways, up and down, forwards and backwards, and diagonally.

The random arrangement of letters makes it difficult to identify the hidden word at first glance.

Have you spotted the word?

Look attentively; the word is somewhere in the letter grid only.

Hurry up; time is running out.

And…

Time’s up.

Have you managed to spot the word?

Congratulations to those readers who have successfully spotted the hidden word within the time limit.

Want to add more fun?

Go ahead and share it with your friends, colleagues, kids, grandkids, and see who’s the first to spot the hidden word.

Meanwhile, let’s check out the solution below.

Word Search Puzzle: Solution

The location of the word “STEM” is as follows:

Find hidden word

It appears that the word is spelled backwards. The word starts in the 5th column and ends in the 1st column.

Do let us know in the comments whether you were able to spot it.

If you are looking to boost your brain further, explore our Puzzles and IQ test section for more such interesting puzzles. 

Mrigank Chakraborty
Mrigank Chakraborty

Deputy Manager

Mriganka Chakraborty is currently serving as a Deputy Manager, managing the GK section at Jagran Josh. He has 7+ years of stellar experience in crafting engaging articles for a global audience. He is a recognised Expert in Pop Culture Puzzles (Optical Illusions, IQ Tests, 'Spot the Difference', Personality Tests). Mriganka also writes authoritative content on Sports and Science topics. His work is trusted by millions worldwide and makes learning addictive and fun. He is fond of non-fiction novels and action and thriller movies.

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