nonograms
Number-based picture puzzles
Nonograms are logic puzzles where you fill in cells on a grid to reveal a hidden picture.
Numbers along each row and column indicate how many consecutive cells to shade, with at least one blank cell between separate groups.
Also called picross, griddlers, or paint-by-numbers puzzles: I solve nonograms on my phone during my commute.
Basic biological units
- rowsSide-by-side sequences
- columnsUpright structural shafts
- matrixOrdered numerical arrangement
- coordinatesLocation-specifying number pairs
gridlines · layout · squares · fill · shading · blocks · pattern · picture
Conclusion from premises
- cluesHints toward answers
- reasoningDrawing logical conclusions
- eliminationAct of removing entirely
- inferenceConclusion reached through reasoning
analysis · strategy · problem-solving · sequencing · algorithmic · heuristics · counting · constraints
Calm during delays
- concentrationSustained single-minded attention
- focusConcentrated attention point
- perseveranceSustained resolve despite obstacles
- solutionAnswer or liquid mixture
step-by-step · trial-and-error · marking · crossing-out · progress · completion · revelation · satisfaction
Numbered section coloring system
- sudokuLogic grid puzzle
- crosswordClue-based letter grid
- brain-teasersPuzzles requiring creative thinking
Recreational leisure activity
- pastimeRecreational pursuit
- leisureFree time for relaxation
- entertainmentAgreeable diversion of attention
- relaxationState of being unwound
amusement · diversion · time-killer · commute · unwinding · brain-training
cells
Basic biological units
coordinates · gridlines · layout · squares · fill · shading · blocks · pattern · picture · pixel
deduction
Conclusion from premises
- cluesHints toward answers
- reasoningDrawing logical conclusions
- eliminationAct of removing entirely
inference · analysis · strategy · problem-solving · sequencing · algorithmic · heuristics · counting · constraints · validation
patience
Calm during delays
- concentrationSustained single-minded attention
- focusConcentrated attention point
- perseveranceSustained resolve despite obstacles
solution · step-by-step · trial-and-error · marking · crossing-out · progress · completion · revelation · satisfaction · breakthrough
paint-by-numbers
Numbered section coloring system
- sudokuLogic grid puzzle
- crosswordClue-based letter grid
- brain-teasersPuzzles requiring creative thinking
hobby
Recreational leisure activity
- pastimeRecreational pursuit
- leisureFree time for relaxation
- entertainmentAgreeable diversion of attention
relaxation · amusement · diversion · time-killer · commute · unwinding · brain-training
- puzzle gamessudoku, matching, jigsaw puzzle, tetris, tiles
- brain gamesbrainteasers, brain teasers, logic puzzles, puzzles, crossword puzzles
- math puzzlessudoku, Sudoku, magic squares, math riddles, number games
- paper gameshangman, tic-tac-toe, dots and boxes, battleship, boxes
- mind gamesmind game, head game, head games, mind games, intimidation
nonogramsword search
Hidden vocabulary grid puzzle
jigsaw puzzle · crossword · sudoku · word scramble · mazes
nonogramsfree play
Self-directed recreational time
socializing · improvisation · outdoor activities · team sports
program, diagram, telegram, gram, monogram, anagram, cryptogram, pictogram, pictographs