Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
decipher
verb
/dɪˈsaɪ.fər/
Definition
To convert a text written in code, or to figure out something that is difficult to understand.
Examples
- She was able to decipher the ancient script after years of study.
- The detective worked hard to decipher the cryptic message left at the crime scene.
- Can you help me decipher this complicated math problem?
Meaning
Deciphering involves making sense of unclear or hidden information, often by breaking down complex ideas or symbols into simpler terms.
Synonyms
- decode
- interpret
- unravel
- solve
- clarify
