decrypt
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /dɪˈkrɛpt/
KK: /dɪˈkrɛpt/
noun
Definition
A message that has been converted from a coded format back into a readable form.
Example
The spy received a decrypt of the enemy's communication.
Conversation
Did you hear about the secret message they found?
Yeah, I heard it was a tricky decrypt that took them days.
I can't believe they actually managed to crack it!
Right? It must have been so satisfying to finally read the decrypt.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
decoding
translation
interpretation
Antonyms
encryption
obfuscation
confusion
transitive verb
Definition
To convert a coded message or data back into its original form so that it can be understood.
Example
The computer was able to decrypt the message quickly.
Tense Forms
Past: decrypted
Past Participle: decrypted
Conversation
Did you see that message I sent you?
Yeah, but I couldn't decrypt it; it looked all scrambled.
I thought it was funny! I used a code to confuse you.
Root Explanation
Decrypt → It is formed from "de-" (meaning down or away) and "cryptare" (from Greek "kryptos", meaning hidden). The word means to take something that is hidden and make it clear or understandable.
Memory Tip
Think of taking something 'away' ('de-') from being 'hidden' ('cryptare') — that's why decrypt means to make hidden information clear.
Visually Confused Words
encrypt
crypt
undercrypt
descript