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Meaning of word riddle from English dictionary with examples, synonyms and antonyms.

riddle verb

Meaning : Pierce with many holes.

Example : The bullets riddled his body.

Meaning : Set a difficult problem or riddle.

Example : Riddle me a riddle.

Meaning : Separate with a riddle, as grain from chaff.

Synonyms : screen

Meaning : Spread or diffuse through.

Example : An atmosphere of distrust has permeated this administration.
Music penetrated the entire building.
His campaign was riddled with accusations and personal attacks.

Synonyms : diffuse, imbue, interpenetrate, penetrate, permeate, pervade

Meaning : Speak in riddles.

Meaning : Explain a riddle.

riddle noun

Meaning : A difficult problem.

Synonyms : brain-teaser, conundrum, enigma

Meaning : A coarse sieve (as for gravel).

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Of or concerning the theory of pragmatism.

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Destroy completely.

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A medical instrument for listening to the sounds generated inside the body.

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A declaration that is made emphatically (as if no supporting evidence were necessary).

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Interrupt before its natural or planned end.

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The amount a salary is increased.

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Make oneself visible. Take action.

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In a productive way.