Synonyms for

Unravel

Verb / ʌˈnrævʌl / Another word for unravel — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to undo or separate the threads of something, such as a piece of fabric or a knot

Synonyms & similar words

unknot unpick untangle unscramble ravelout run ravel knot untangle unwind unbraid disentangle unweave undo unriddle unsnarl unzip unlace unroll unplait unpick unravel solve decipher resolve explain uncover

Example sentences

  1. She carefully unraveled the yarn from the tangled ball.
  2. He had to unravel the mystery to solve the crime.
  3. The knot was too tight to unravel by hand.
  4. She tried to unravel the complicated instructions for the game.
  5. The cat likes to unravel the balls of yarn when no one is looking.

Quotes

  • The best way to unravel a mystery is to live it.
  • If you can't untangle your problems, try to unravel your thoughts.
  • Life is like a ball of yarn, you have to unravel it to see the beauty of it.

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