cryptic in French
cryptic in French is mystérieux, énigmatique — cryptic means having a hidden or puzzling meaning that is not immediately clear.
cryptic in French
mystérieux
Mystified or of an obscure nature; not easy to perceive.
énigmatique
Mystified or of an obscure nature; not easy to perceive.
What does "cryptic" mean?
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adjective Having a hidden or puzzling meaning that is not immediately clear.
"He left a cryptic note that nobody could quite understand."
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adjective Describing a crossword that uses wordplay, like anagrams or hidden words, rather than plain definitions.
"Cryptic crosswords take much longer to solve than quick ones."
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cryptic in a sentence
- He left a cryptic note that nobody could quite understand.
- Her cryptic reply only made the mystery deeper.
- Cryptic crosswords take much longer to solve than quick ones.
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What is "cryptic" in French?
"cryptic" in French is mystérieux, énigmatique. cryptic means: Having a hidden or puzzling meaning that is not immediately clear.
How do you use "cryptic" in a sentence?
Example: "He left a cryptic note that nobody could quite understand." In French, "cryptic" is mystérieux, énigmatique.
Are there other ways to say "cryptic" in French?
Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "cryptic": mystérieux, énigmatique.
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