decode

/diːˈkoʊd/

Definitions

1. verb

to convert encoded information into a form that can be understood

“She was able to decode the message and reveal the sender’s identity.”

2. verb

to remove or break a code from

“The scientist spent hours trying to decode the ancient hieroglyphics.”

3. noun

a way of converting encoded information into a form that can be understood

“The decoding process took several hours to complete.”

4. noun

the act of converting encoded information into a form that can be understood

“Decoding the data revealed a hidden pattern.”

Synonyms

  • decode
  • decrypt

Antonyms

  • encode
  • encrypt