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.