Cryptic Crossword
Advanced wordplay puzzles
What is a Cryptic Crossword?
Cryptic crosswords feature clues where each clue is a word puzzle in itself. Every clue typically has two parts: a definition and wordplay.
Sharpen your wordplay skills with WordWhiz to break down tricky clues.
Cryptic Crossword Engine
Our cryptic crossword feature is currently in development. Each clue will combine definition and wordplay for a challenging puzzle experience.
Coming Soon:
- Daily cryptic puzzles with varying difficulty
- Interactive tutorial for cryptic clue types
- Hints revealing clue structure (definition vs. wordplay)
- Archive of themed cryptic puzzles
- Anagram solver and wordplay helpers
- Progress tracking and completion stats
Example Cryptic Clues:
Clue: "Revolutionary composer (5)" → Answer: RAVEL (anagram of "ravel")
Clue: "Snake found in Caribbean (5)" → Answer: COBRA (hidden in "Caribbean")
Clue: "Fruits of labor turn sour (6)" → Answer: RESULT (definition + wordplay)