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1. cryptic
adjective. ['ˈkrɪptɪk'] of an obscure nature.
Synonyms
- inexplicable
- cryptical
- mystifying
- inscrutable
- mysterious
- incomprehensible
Antonyms
- small
- little
- mild
- narrow
Etymology
- crypticus (Latin)
- κρυπτικός (Ancient Greek (to 1453))
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Words that Rhyme with Cryptic
- apocalyptic
- ecliptic
- triptych
Example sentences of the word cryptic
1. Adjective
The bold-colored foxes are surprisingly cryptic, and often persist unnoticed, living in close proximity to human habitation.
Quotes containing the word cryptic
1. I gave him my best cryptic smile. He did not fall down to his feet, kiss my shoes, and promise me the world. I must be getting rusty.
- Ilona Andrews, Magic Bites
2. The gods are fond of the cryptic and dislike the evident.
- Elizabeth Gilbert, Eat, Pray, Love
2. cryptic
adjective. ['ˈkrɪptɪk'] having a puzzling terseness.
Antonyms
- fathomable
Etymology
- crypticus (Latin)
- κρυπτικός (Ancient Greek (to 1453))
3. cryptic
adjective. ['ˈkrɪptɪk'] having a secret or hidden meaning.
Synonyms
- cabalistic
- sibylline
- qabalistic
- kabbalistic
- esoteric
Antonyms
- shallow
- natural elevation
- high
- colorless
Etymology
- crypticus (Latin)
- κρυπτικός (Ancient Greek (to 1453))