uncipher

/ˈʌnsɪfər/

Definitions

1. verb

to decipher or understand a secret or coded message

“The cryptographer was able to uncipher the encrypted document.”

2. verb

to make something clearer or more understandable

“The teacher helped the student to uncipher the complex mathematical concept.”

3. noun

the process of deciphering or understanding a secret or coded message

“The scientist studied the unciphering of ancient texts to unlock their secrets.”

Synonyms

  • decipher
  • interpret

Antonyms

  • mystify
  • obscure