Simple meaning
What does Enigma mean?
An enigma is a mystery that is hard to explain.
Dictionary definition
Something mysterious and hard to understand.
Example sentences
Enigma in a sentence
easy
We learned the meaning of enigma during reading class.
medium
The story passage used enigma to describe the world and characters.
hard
Understanding enigma helped us explain the theme of the legend.
Synonyms
Words like Enigma
storyRelated story term.
mythNearby meaning in myth and legend contexts.
Antonyms
Opposite words
ordinaryUseful contrast in story contexts.
realisticContrast with fantasy or myth meaning.
Word family
Enigma word family
Base word
enigma
noun
enigma
Base form.
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What does enigma mean?
Enigma means an enigma is a mystery that is hard to explain.
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