adjective
1. lacking clarity of meaning; causing confusion or perplexity (Freq. 2)
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sent confusing signals to Iraq
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perplexing to someone who knew nothing about it
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a puzzling statement
• Syn: ↑confusing, ↑perplexing
• Similar to: ↑unclear
2. not clear to the understanding (Freq. 2)
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I didn't grasp the meaning of that enigmatic comment until much later
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prophetic texts so enigmatic that their meaning has been disputed for centuries
• Syn: ↑enigmatic, ↑enigmatical
• Similar to: ↑incomprehensible, ↑uncomprehensible
Useful english dictionary. 2012.