Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
solve-a-riddle
verb phrase
/sɒlv ə ‘rɪdəl/
Definition
To solve a riddle means to find the answer or explanation to a puzzling question or problem presented in a playful or cryptic manner.
Examples
- She loves to solve a riddle at the end of every chapter in her favorite mystery novels.
- To solve a riddle can often be more satisfying than the answer itself.
- Can you solve a riddle that only the cleverest minds can crack?
Meaning
The act of deciphering a riddle involves critical thinking and creativity, often requiring the solver to interpret clues and think outside the box.
Synonyms
- decipher a puzzle
- crack a code
- unravel a mystery
