riddle

noun
/ˈrɪdəl/

Meaning

A question or statement designed to test ingenuity or puzzle the mind.
a question or statement intentionally phrased so as to require ingenuity in ascertaining its answer or meaning; a puzzle

Example Sentences

The children enjoyed solving the riddle.

The ancient riddle stumped all the scholars for years.

Example Expressions

riddle with

Synonyms

puzzle, enigma, conundrum, mystery, brain teaser
Entry 1
puzzle, enigma, conundrum, mystery
Entry 2
puzzle, enigma, mystery, brain teaser

Antonyms

answer, solution, explanation
Entry 1
answer, solution, explanation
Entry 2
solution, answer, explanation

Collocations

solve a riddle, ancient riddle, riddle with bullets, riddle me this
Entry 1
solve a riddle, ancient riddle, riddle with bullets
Entry 2
solve a riddle, ancient riddle, riddle me this

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