enigma

noun
/ɪˈnɪɡmə/

Meaning

a person or thing that is mysterious, puzzling, or difficult to understand
A person or thing that is mysterious, puzzling, or difficult to understand.

Example Sentences

Her sudden disappearance remains an enigma.

Life remains an enigma to many.

Example Expressions

an enigma wrapped in a mystery

Synonyms

mystery, puzzle, riddle, conundrum
Entry 1
mystery, puzzle, riddle, conundrum
Entry 2
mystery, puzzle, riddle, conundrum

Antonyms

clarity, explanation, certainty, solution, answer
Entry 1
clarity, explanation
Entry 2
certainty, clarity, solution, answer

Collocations

solve the enigma, great enigma, historical enigma, political enigma

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