What is another word for riddle?

347 synonyms found

Pronunciation:

[ ɹˈɪdə͡l], [ ɹˈɪdə‍l], [ ɹ_ˈɪ_d_əl]

Related words: riddles, puzzle, brain teaser

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  • How do you solve a riddle?
  • How to solve a riddle?

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    How to use "Riddle" in context?

    There's a phrase we often hear in everyday conversation - but what does it actually mean? A riddle is a question with a hidden meaning that often stump most people. While many of us are familiar with the types of riddles children might ask - like "If a tree falls in the forest and no one hears it, does it make a noise?" - adults might come up with more complicated puzzles. For instance, what is a boat made of that hasn't been wet since it was built? The answer to this riddle can be both simple and complex, depending on how it is interpreted.

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    • Equivalence

      • Proper noun, singular
        puzzle.
      • Noun, singular or mass
        puzzle.
    • Independent

      • Noun, singular or mass
        clue.
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