enigma

noun
UK: /ɪˈnɪɡ.mə/
US: /əˈnɪɡ.mə/

  1. Something that is mysterious and difficult to understand.

    1. The old house was an enigma to everyone in town, and it scared me.
    2. The origins of the universe remain a profound enigma for scientists to explore.

  2. A person, thing, or situation that is strange, mysterious, or difficult to understand or explain.

    1. He is an enigma, nobody understands what he really wants from work.
    2. The politician's sudden resignation remains an enigma, prompting much speculation among reporters.

Synonyms

mystery puzzle riddle conundrum

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "enigma" in English means: Something that is mysterious and difficult to understand., A person, thing, or situation that is strange, mysterious, or difficult to understand or explain..

The phonetic transcription of "enigma" is /ɪˈnɪɡ.mə/ in British English and /əˈnɪɡ.mə/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "enigma": mystery, puzzle, riddle, conundrum.

Example usage of "enigma": "The old house was an enigma to everyone in town, and it scared me.". More examples on the page.