decrypt (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: [ˌdiːˈkrɪpt]

Definition

To convert (a message, code, or data) from a secret or encoded form into a readable or understandable one.

Examples

• The codebreakers worked tirelessly to decrypt the enemy's communications.

• This software can decrypt files that have been encrypted with strong algorithms.

• She finally managed to decrypt the ancient manuscript, revealing its hidden meaning.

How to Use decrypt

decrypt something (prepositional phrase)

To convert encoded information into a readable format. — "The team worked all night to decrypt the encrypted files."

Synonyms of decrypt

Words with a similar meaning to decrypt:

• decode
• unscramble
• decipher
• unravel

Antonyms of decrypt

Words with the opposite meaning to decrypt:

• encrypt
• encode

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