Synonyms for

Enigmatic

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

Definition

difficult to interpret or understand; mysterious

Synonyms & similar words

oracular enigmatical puzzling mysterious puzzling cryptic perplexing baffling mystifying unclear obscure confusing bewildering unfathomable incomprehensible unexplainable inscrutable abstruse arcane esoteric impenetrable opaque unintelligible

Example sentences

  1. The enigmatic painting left the art critics puzzled.
  2. The enigmatic smile on her face made him curious.
  3. The enigmatic symbols on the wall were ancient and mysterious.
  4. The enigmatic stranger in the corner kept to himself.
  5. The enigmatic aura of the abandoned house sent shivers down their spines.

Quotes

  • 'The most beautiful thing we can experience is the mysterious. It is the source of all true art and all science.' - Albert Einstein
  • 'The enigmatic is not the same as the obscure.' - Mark Strand
  • 'There is something about the enigmatic that draws us powerfully in.' - Jasper Fforde

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