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Word

scrambled

Phoneticsscram·bled

US/ˈskɹæmbəɫd/

UK/skɹˈæmbəld/

Definitions

01cooking eggs

A2 · Cooking

adj. describes eggs that are mixed together and cooked in a pan.

adj. referring to eggs beaten together and cooked while being stirred, typically with butter and milk.

“I usually have scrambled eggs and toast for breakfast on Sundays.”

“The chef served the scrambled eggs while they were still slightly creamy, garnished with fresh chives and a side of smoked salmon.”

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02mixed up or disordered

B2

adj. mixed together in a messy way so the original order is lost.

adj. thrown together in a confused or disordered manner; lacking a coherent arrangement.

“The letters on the table were all scrambled, making it hard to read the message.”

“After the move, all my files were in a scrambled state, and it took me nearly a week to restore the original filing system.”

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03encoded or hidden

C1 · Computing

adj. changed into a secret code so that people cannot understand or listen to it.

adj. processed by an electronic device to make a broadcast or signal unintelligible without a specific decoder.

“The spy sent a scrambled message that only his team could understand.”

“The satellite television signal remained scrambled until the subscription was renewed and the decryption key was updated.”

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Real-World Examples

“So, while Rocky’s raw eggs provided a source of protein, scrambled eggs are easier to digest and may have been a better choice.”
The Conversation · 21 Aug 2026
“That small change scrambled the gene's instructions, switching it off so it could no longer produce the Can f 1 allergen protein.”
Phys.org · 16 Aug 2026

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B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency
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