Definition

To find the answer to a puzzle or mystery, making it clear and understandable.

Example

She was able to unriddle the complex puzzle that had stumped everyone else.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you ever tried to unriddle a really tough puzzle?

I have! It’s so satisfying when you finally figure it out.

I just can't seem to unriddle this one I found online.

Maybe we can work on it together; two heads are better than one!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unriddle → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not or opposite of) and "riddle" (from Old English "rǣdels", meaning a puzzle or enigma). The word "unriddle" means to solve or explain a puzzle or enigma, essentially making it no longer a riddle.

Memory Tip

Think of 'un-' meaning not, and 'riddle' as a puzzle. So, to unriddle is to make a puzzle clear or to solve it.

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