enigma
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
See Examples For:
The surge in artificial intelligence and the heated debate around its risks have made Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei the most visible tech leader -- though the 43-year-old remains an enigma.
From Barron's ● Oct. 2, 2026
Perhaps if Short weren’t associated with a detective noir masterpiece, she would never have become a useful metaphor for the corruption and rot associated with Hollywood and Los Angeles, or an eternal enigma.
From Salon ● Sep. 18, 2026
For many Americans, the price of prescription drugs is an enigma.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 13, 2026
I have now spoken to more patients and doctors about why this condition remains such an enigma.
From BBC ● Apr. 10, 2026
She, who had never been more than fifty miles from her birthplace, learned to traverse the maze of Spanish-named streets in that enigma that is Los Angeles.
From "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" by Maya Angelou
It pitted the “unfledged, unarmed chemist” on one side, while “on the other side, responding with enigmas, stood Matter.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 24, 2026
Despite decades of study, dark energy remains one of science's most puzzling enigmas.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 6, 2025
There are all these enigmas still lingering, enigmas intentionally left unresolved in the book.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 31, 2025
It reportedly contained a joking reference that "enigmas never age" and allegedly ended with the words: "A pal is a wonderful thing. Happy Birthday - and may every day be another wonderful secret."
From BBC ● Jul. 28, 2025
Besides these enigmas there were others respecting forms of guilt which might reasonably be regarded as less deserving of the last resort.
From A History of The Inquisition of The Middle Ages; volume I by Henry Charles Lea
Vocabulary lists containing enigma
The Vocabulary.com Top 1000
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
100 SAT Words Beginning with "E"
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
The Thing About Jellyfish
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
