word
Cryptic
KRIH-ptihk
/ˈkrɪptɪk/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
cryptic
Dictionary meaning
Having a puzzling terseness.
Examples
- A cryptic note.
- The new insurance policy is written without cryptic or mysterious terms.
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