encipher

[en-sahy-fer] / ɛnˈsaɪ fər /

VERB

decipher

Synonyms

STRONGEST

analyze break down decode deduce elucidate interpret solve translate unravel

STRONG

break cipher construe crack disentangle explain expound read render reveal spell unfold

WEAK

bring out dope out find the key make clear make out puzzle out unriddle

Antonyms

STRONG

conceal confuse fix hide mend obscure suppress

WEAK

code encode scramble

Example Sentences

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To scramble, or encipher, the messages the Germans used the Lorenz SZ 40/42 coding machine - known as Tunny to the Allies.

From BBC • Feb. 2, 2010