be enigmatic
Frequency: 8.015.2 per million words
To possess a mysterious or puzzling quality.
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Examples (10)
- Her smile is always so enigmatic, making it impossible to guess her thoughts.
- The final scene of the film was deliberately enigmatic, sparking much debate among fans.
- The Mona Lisa's expression is famously enigmatic.
- He has been rather enigmatic about his past, revealing very little.
- The politician's statement on the matter was highly enigmatic and offered no clear answers.
- Sometimes, an artist's best work is a little enigmatic, leaving room for interpretation.
- The ancient ruins are enigmatic, with their purpose still a mystery to historians.
- Why must you always be so enigmatic when I ask you a direct question?
- His decision to resign was as enigmatic as the man himself.
- I find her poetry to be quite enigmatic; it's beautiful but hard to understand.