Puzzle Solving Terms

2 words in this vocabulary list

noun a word or phrase formed by rearranging the letters of another word or phrase

verb to rearrange the letters of a word or phrase to form a new word or phrase

  • An anagram is a word or phrase formed by rearranging the letters of a different word or phrase, using all the original letters exactly once.
  • I love trying to figure out anagrams of my friends' names for fun.
  • Let's play a game where we try to come up with anagrams of random words, it's super fun!
  • Finding the solution to the complex problem felt like solving an anagram, requiring careful rearrangement of different elements.

noun a slight or indirect indication or suggestion

verb to give a slight or indirect indication or suggestion

  • The professor gave a hint about the upcoming exam during the lecture.
  • She dropped a hint about the surprise party happening next week.
  • I'll give you a hint - the answer is in the last paragraph.
  • The painting's use of light and shadow provides a subtle hint of mystery.