Basic Details
Word: Enigmatic
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Mysterious or difficult to understand.
Synonyms: Mysterious, puzzling, cryptic
Antonyms: Clear, obvious, straightforward
Idioms and Phrases
- To have an enigmatic smile: To have a smile that is mysterious and hard to interpret. Example: "She greeted us with an enigmatic smile that left us wondering what she was thinking."
- Enigmatic nature: Someone or something that has qualities that are puzzling or shrouded in mystery. Example: "The artist had an enigmatic nature that captivated all her fans."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The enigmatic painting in the gallery made everyone speculate about its true meaning.
Example 2: His enigmatic personality kept others intrigued but also at a distance.
Example 3: The book ended with an enigmatic message that left readers pondering for days.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "enigmatic" comes from the Greek word "ainigma," which means "riddle"? It reflects how something can be puzzling and provoke curiosity much like a riddle does.
Famous Quote
"There is no greater mystery than the mystery of our existence." A. P. J. Abdul Kalam
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "enigmatic" mean?
a) Very clear and understandable
b) Mysterious and hard to understand
c) Extremely loud
d) Very bright and colourful
Answer: b) Mysterious and hard to understand
2. Which of these is a synonym of "enigmatic"?
a) Clear
b) Obvious
c) Puzzling
d) Easy
Answer: c) Puzzling
3. Which word is an antonym of "enigmatic"?
a) Cryptic
b) Mysterious
c) Straightforward
d) Puzzling
Answer: c) Straightforward
4. Which sentence uses "enigmatic" correctly?
a) The answer to the riddle was enigmatic and made everyone think hard.
b) The sun shines in an enigmatic way.
c) She spoke in an enigmatic manner while ordering food.
d) The soup tasted enigmatic and warm.
Answer: a) The answer to the riddle was enigmatic and made everyone think hard.
5. Which idiom relates to "enigmatic"?
a) To have a crystal clear idea
b) To have an enigmatic smile
c) As clear as day
d) To see eye to eye
Answer: b) To have an enigmatic smile
