Word meaning
enigma
noun · ih-NIG-muh
What does enigma mean?
Enigma means a person or thing that is mysterious or difficult to understand.
Enigma in a sentence
“The quiet new neighbor remained an enigma to everyone.”
Synonyms for enigma
- mystery
- puzzle
- riddle
Where does enigma come from?
From Greek ainigma, "riddle."
How to remember enigma
- Say it out loud a few times: ih-NIG-muh.
- Write one sentence of your own using enigma, about something that happened to you today.
- Quiz yourself tomorrow, in three days, and next week. Spaced reviews are what make new words stick.
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