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more enigmatic

ADJECTIVE

mysterious

Synonyms

WEAK

Delphian ambiguous cryptic dark doubtful equivocal incomprehensible indecipherable inexplicable inscrutable obscure occult oracular perplexing puzzling recondite secret sibylline sphinxlike stickling stumping teasing uncertain unfathomable unintelligible

Antonyms

WEAK

clear obvious unmysterious

ADJECTIVE

mysterious

Synonyms

STRONGEST

ambiguous cryptic obscure

WEAK

Delphian dark doubtful enigmatical equivocal incomprehensible indecipherable inexplicable inscrutable occult oracular perplexing puzzling recondite secret sphinxlike stickling stumping teasing uncertain unfathomable unintelligible

Antonyms

STRONGEST

clear explicit obvious

WEAK

known plain

Example Sentences

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“The more Oscar is discussed, the more enigmatic he seems,” Mr. Holden wrote.

From New York Times • Apr. 21, 2024

Likewise, there are few mysteries more enigmatic or fascinating than the rituals we've designed for sending that evil back where it came from.

From Salon • Oct. 8, 2023

When modern DNA research revealed the preserved bodies were people indigenous to the Tarim Basin—yet genetically distinct from other nearby populations—the Tarim Basin mummies became even more enigmatic.

From National Geographic • Sep. 15, 2023

The world of “Scarlet” is one of magical realism first and foremost, anyway, in which specificities fall away to give room for more enigmatic, unhurried charms.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 22, 2023

Other courses are more enigmatic, concealed in sweet sauces or spiced soups; unidentifiable meats hidden in pastries and glazes.

From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern