Puzzle — synonyms, definition

1. puzzle (Noun)

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puzzle (Noun) — A particularly baffling problem that is said to have a correct solution. ex. "he loved to solve checkmate puzzles"

puzzle (Noun) — A game that tests your ingenuity.

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2. puzzle (Verb)

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puzzle (Verb) — Be confusing or perplexing to; cause to be unable to think clearly. ex. "These questions puzzle even the experts"

puzzle (Verb) — Be uncertain about; think about without fully understanding or being able to decide. ex. "We puzzled over her sudden departure"

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