unravel

The word “unravel” has 3 syllables: un-rav-el

It's pronounced as /ʌnˈrævəl/

What is synonym and antonym for unravel?

In the thesaurus, “unravel” has 46 synonyms and 11 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for unravel along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for unravel

Antonyms for unravel

braid
entangle
knot
lace
plait
ply
snarl
splice
tangle
tie
wind

Meanings of unravel

verb
1. To separate the threads (of); disentangle.
2. (of threads, etc.) To become separated; (of something woven, knitted, etc.) to come apart.
3. To clear from complication or difficulty; to unfold; to solve.
4. To separate the connected or united parts of; to throw into disorder; to confuse.
5. To become undone; to collapse.

Example Sentences

She tried to unravel the mystery behind the old painting.
It took hours to unravel the tangled fishing net.
The detective worked hard to unravel the truth about the case.
He began to unravel the sweater to reuse the yarn.
Scientists are trying to unravel the secrets of the human brain.

On this page you'll find 57 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to unravel, such as: answer, assume, braid, break, conclude, conjecture, crack.

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