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    Énigmatique (en. Enigmatic)

    /e.ni.ɡ.ma.tik/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Which is difficult to understand or interpret.
    His enigmatic smile left uncertainty hanging in the air.
    Son sourire énigmatique laissait planer le doute.
    Which resembles an enigma, mysterious.
    This painting presents an enigmatic scene that intrigues art lovers.
    Ce tableau présente une scène énigmatique qui intriguent les amateurs d'art.
    Related to something hidden or secret.
    He has always had an enigmatic demeanor that piques curiosity.
    Il a toujours eu un comportement énigmatique qui pique la curiosité.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'aenigma', meaning 'enigma'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    an enigmatic smile
    A smile that conceals unexpressed intentions or emotions.
    un sourire énigmatique
    an enigmatic air
    A facial expression that does not clearly reveal thoughts or feelings.
    un air énigmatique

    Related Words

    enigma
    A problem difficult to solve, a mystery.
    énigme
    mystery
    Something hidden, difficult to understand or explain.
    mystère
    cryptic
    Which is written in a way that is difficult to understand.
    cryptique

    Slang Meanings

    Someone who intentionally keeps secrets.
    She has that enigmatic look that makes you wonder what she really thinks.
    Elle a ce regard énigmatique qui fait qu'on se demande ce qu'elle pense vraiment.
    A mystery that draws attention.
    This story has an enigmatic aspect that captivates everyone.
    Cette histoire a un aspect énigmatique qui captive tout le monde.