Cryptic

/ˈkrɪptɪk/ adjective

Definition

Having hidden meaning; mysterious and difficult to understand. Often deliberately obscure or puzzling.

Etymology

From Greek 'kryptikos' meaning 'hidden,' from 'kryptos' (hidden), from 'kryptein' (to hide). Related to 'crypt' (hidden underground chamber) and 'encrypt' (hide in code).

Kelly Says

Think 'CRYPT-ic' like a message hidden in a crypt - mysterious and requiring decoding! Cryptic crossword clues hide their answers like treasures buried in crypts.

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