Decode

Pronunciation: /diˈkoʊd/

Definitions of decode

verb to convert a coded message into intelligible language or meaning

Example Sentences

A1 I can't decode this message, it's too difficult for me.

A2 She tried to decode the secret message using a decoder ring.

B1 The detective was able to decode the encrypted file and solve the case.

B2 It took me a while to decode the ancient hieroglyphics on the stone tablet.

C1 The linguist was able to decode the unknown language and translate it into English.

C2 The computer scientist decoded the encrypted data and accessed the secure files.

Examples of decode in a Sentence

formal Scientists are working to decode the human genome to better understand genetic diseases.

informal I can't seem to decode this message, can you help me figure it out?

slang I tried to decode what she meant by that, but I'm still confused.

figurative His cryptic smile was difficult to decode, leaving me wondering what he was really thinking.

Grammatical Forms of decode

• past tense: decoded
• plural: decodes
• comparative: more decoded
• superlative: most decoded
• present tense: decode
• future tense: will decode
• perfect tense: have decoded
• continuous tense: is decoding
• singular: decodes
• positive degree: decode
• infinitive: to decode
• gerund: decoding
• participle: decoded

Origin and Evolution of decode

First Known Use: 1943 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'decode' originated from the prefix 'de-' meaning 'reverse' or 'remove' and the word 'code' which refers to a system of symbols or signals used to represent information.

Evolution of the word: Initially, 'decode' was primarily used in the context of cryptography, referring to the process of converting encoded messages back into their original form. Over time, the term has expanded to encompass the deciphering or interpretation of various types of information, not just limited to secret codes.