CEFR B2

enigma

noun

Meaning

A person or thing that is mysterious, puzzling, or difficult to understand.

Examples

Despite years of research, the true motives behind the spy's actions remained an enigma.
The complex workings of the human brain continue to be an enigma for scientists.

Synonyms: puzzle, mystery, riddle, conundrum

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enigma (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈɪnɪɡmə/

Definition

A person or thing that is mysterious, puzzling, or difficult to understand.

Examples

Despite years of research, the true motives behind the spy's actions remained an enigma.
The complex workings of the human brain continue to be an enigma for scientists.
Her past was an enigma; no one knew where she came from or what she had done before.

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