Puzzle Definition
puzzle
noun
- a particularly baffling problem that is said to have a correct solution; "he loved to solve chessmate puzzles"; "that's a real puzzler"
- a game that tests your ingenuity
verb
- be a mystery or bewildering to; "This beats me!"; "Got me-- I don't know the answer!"; "a vexing problem"; "This question really stuck me"
- be uncertain about; think about without fully understanding or being able to decide; "We puzzled over her sudden departure"
"Puzzle" in song lyrics
See how puzzle is used in real songs:
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"while you splash in a puddle of trying to pick apart the puzzle"
Aesop Rock — Fascination -
"I'm huggin the cyclo Gemini stooped contenders from viewin the puzzle"
Aesop Rock — Shovel -
"No this ain't no muthafuckin puzzle"
AllFrumThaI f/ Ice Cube, Mack 10 — Dopest On the Planet
Words that rhyme with puzzle
Usage tips for "puzzle"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "puzzle" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for puzzle to find words that pair well.