Enigma Definition

enigma
noun
  1. something that baffles understanding and cannot be explained; "how it got out is a mystery"; "it remains one of nature's secrets"
  2. a difficult problem

"Enigma" in song lyrics

See how enigma is used in real songs:

  • "You don't know enigma"
    Aesop Rock — Garbage
  • "you can spend your whole lives trying to figure the enigma"
    Omni — Titan Up
  • "phyllis g's enigma"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "enigma"

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