Notorious czar crossword clue

Answer
????

Hidden by default so you do not spoil it by accident. Hint: it starts with I and has 4 letters.

IVAN

IVAN — the 4-letter solution to “Notorious czar”, entered at 16 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword for May 20, 2026.

About this clue

“Notorious czar” appeared as 16 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword on May 20, 2026, and the answer is 4 letters long. This is the only Thomas Joseph puzzle we have tracked it in so far.

Letters
4
Position
16 Across
Times seen
1

More clues from May 20, 2026

Full guide ›
  1. 1Captivated (4)
  2. 1Hindu hero (4)
  3. 2Trojan War hero (4)
  4. 3Rich Christmas bread (9)
  5. 4Attempt (3)
  6. 5Between-shows airing (6)
  7. 5Carell of movies (5)
  8. 6Canal setting (6)

Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “Notorious czar”?

In the Thomas Joseph crossword for Wednesday, May 20, 2026, the answer to “Notorious czar” is IVAN — 4 letters, entered at 16 Across.

Could the answer be different in my puzzle?

The same clue text can take different answers depending on the grid. Every time we have seen “Notorious czar” in the Thomas Joseph crossword the answer has been IVAN, but always check the letter count against your grid.

How many letters is the answer?

The answer has 4 letters and starts with I.

Is this the official Thomas Joseph site?

No. This is an independent solver’s reference. The Thomas Joseph crossword is published by King Features Syndicate.