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enigmatic

Adjective

IPA /ˌenɪɡˈmætɪk/

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Mysterious or difficult to understand because the meaning, feelings or intentions are not clearly revealed.

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enigmatic/ˌenɪɡˈmætɪk/

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A note gives only a mysterious hint
The reader cannot tell what it means

An enigmatic message leaves its meaning difficult to understand.

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She left an enigmatic note beside the empty flower vase.
The poem's enigmatic ending prompted a lively discussion in class.

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enigmatic — Mysterious or difficult to understand because the meaning, feelings or intentions are not clearly revealed.

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Through French or late Latin from Greek ainigma, meaning a riddle.

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An enigmatic smile gives little away about what the person is thinking.

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