Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cryptogram
noun
krip-tuh-gram
Definition
A cryptogram is a text written in code that requires a key or method to decode it, often used in puzzle formats.
Examples
- The detective solved the cryptogram and uncovered the secret message.
- She enjoyed decoding cryptograms during her free time.
- Each week, the magazine features a new cryptogram puzzle for readers.
Meaning
In simpler terms, a cryptogram is a type of puzzle where a phrase or sentence is hidden behind a substitution cipher, meaning each letter is replaced with another letter or symbol to obscure its original meaning.
Synonyms
- code
- cipher
- puzzle
