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Enigma

noun

An enigma is a mystery that is hard to explain.

6 letters 3 syllables

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.

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Enigma

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Sounds like

e · ni · gma · strongest beat: ni

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.
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Enigma word family

Base word

enigma

noun

enigma

Base form.

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