| 单词 | enigmatical |
| 例句 | As we walked through the evening crowds, he was often distracted by activity, and countered my many holiday questions with enigmatical answers, as was often his wont. The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation, Volume I: The Pox Party 2006-09-12T00:00:00Z When she did speak, her words were enigmatical:— Dracula 1897-05-26T00:00:00Z Zara smiled, and sat down to the instrument again; and the reader must judge from the song itself whether the young officer's conjecture that her words had an enigmatical sense was just or not. The Smuggler: (Vol's I-III) A Tale 2012-04-26T02:00:10.260Z You are both speaking in mysteries to me," said Marian, rising; "so I will go and make Isadore tell me the whole in less enigmatical language. The Gipsy (Vols I & II) A Tale 2012-04-06T02:00:27.227Z And thou art wrapped and swathed around in dreams, Dreams that are true, yet enigmatical; For the belongings of thy present state, Save through such symbols, come not home to thee. The Catholic World; Volume I, Issues 1-6 A Monthly Eclectic Magazine 2012-04-05T02:00:40.207Z The enigmatical smile, which had been all along playing on his face, grew deeper, keener, more cruel. The Man in Black 2012-03-30T02:00:14.473Z It is amusing to observe how, in ancient times, the dark, enigmatical, and allegorical style was practised, particularly in the East, by all public teachers, both Jews and Gentiles. The Eliminator; or, Skeleton Keys to Sacerdotal Secrets 2012-03-27T02:00:23.077Z Jones smiled after them with that enigmatical smile of his, which might have signified irony or affection. The Million Dollar Mystery Novelized from the Scenario of F. Lonergan 2012-03-15T02:00:21.153Z If Beethoven ever looked into his works, he cannot be said to have read them; they were too aphoristic and enigmatical for his taste. Life of Beethoven 2012-03-12T03:00:21.693Z To impress the minds of these unbelievers, whom his enigmatical language could not convince, he declared that henceforth the Father would no longer interfere in judging men, but had devolved that care on his Son. Ecce Homo! A Critical Inquiry into the History of Jesus of Nazareth: Being a Rational Analysis of the Gospels 2012-03-06T03:00:27.910Z When no Bonze is present, they have recourse to a paper fixed up to the wall of the pagoda, to discover the enigmatical meaning of the word. The History of the Great and Mighty Kingdom of China and the Situation Thereof, Volume I (of 2) 2012-03-01T03:00:25.290Z The writings attributed to Paul the apostle, as has been shown, are replete with mystical and enigmatical expressions. The Eliminator; or, Skeleton Keys to Sacerdotal Secrets 2012-03-27T02:00:23.077Z Mottoes have been divided into three sorts: the enigmatical, the sentimental, and the emblematical. The Curiosities of Heraldry 2012-02-23T03:00:41.067Z Livia Dawlish was remarkably handsome, some people thought her beautiful; she was tall and dark, and had a sulky, enigmatical look that teased and attracted him. Spiritual Adventures 2012-02-17T03:00:27.070Z "She is protecting her husband's daughter to the extent of her power," thought the young man, who was listening; "that has been the secret of her enigmatical manner from the beginning." For the Major A Novelette 2012-02-10T03:00:17.550Z He commenced his discourse by perplexing the minds of his auditors by enigmatical and obscure sentences. Secret Societies of the Middle Ages 2012-02-09T03:00:11.637Z A system of “redemption” that is based on expressions so enigmatical must have a very flimsy foundation upon which to stand. The Eliminator; or, Skeleton Keys to Sacerdotal Secrets 2012-03-27T02:00:23.077Z America is well known to abound in these singular enigmatical animal forms, which are nearly akin to the European Proteus, or Hypochthon. Travels in the Interior of North America, Part I, (Being Chapters I-XV of the London Edition, 1843) Early Western Travels, 1748-1846, Volume XXII 2012-02-08T03:00:17.410Z Nothing can be more polite, but with a sort of enigmatical politeness, which hides I know not what, than the Baron's manner towards his wife. Spiritual Adventures 2012-02-17T03:00:27.070Z In addition to the chromatin there may be present in the nucleus one or more, usually spherical, and as yet somewhat enigmatical bodies, the “nucleoli.” Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 8 "Cube" to "Daguerre, Louis" 2012-01-31T03:00:17.257Z Still his eyes failed to pierce the wave of baffling light that flowed about her; and still her purpose was enigmatical to him. Istar of Babylon A Phantasy 2012-01-31T03:00:15.543Z She remained in a pose of most enigmatical quietude. Miranda of the Balcony A Story 2012-01-28T03:00:24.760Z It is an interesting fact that those enigmatical figures made use of by Daniel, as also some of those found in the Apocalypse, are susceptible of a Cycular explanation. The World's Sixteen Crucified Saviors Or, Christianity Before Christ 2012-01-19T03:00:18.027Z Nothing had come out yet from behind those enigmatical eyes; but he was waiting; they would open, and there would be treasure there. Spiritual Adventures 2012-02-17T03:00:27.070Z An enigmatical structure, the “yolk-nucleus” of many ova, has been frequently regarded as a structure of considerable metabolic importance, e.g. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 8 "Cube" to "Daguerre, Louis" 2012-01-31T03:00:17.257Z To this enigmatical sentence Christina could think of no reply, but she went to the bedside, and gently touched the shapely hand on which rested that plain gold ring. Christina 2012-01-16T03:00:06.507Z In an enigmatical letter Margaret thus expresses herself:—'The Lord King, my nephew, has written to us that the horse on which he wishes to come and see us is very dear. The First Governess of the Netherlands, Margaret of Austria 2012-01-10T03:00:13.777Z And like every action of this enigmatical people, hara-kiri and supuku became in time a ceremony, in which every detail of the proceedings was carefully formulated. Empires and Emperors of Russia, China, Korea, and Japan Notes and Recollections by Monsignor Count Vay de Vaya and Luskod 2012-01-08T03:00:16.523Z O my heart! thou canst not penetrate the enigmatical secrets of the heavens; thou canst never reach the culminating point to which intrepid sages have attained. The Sufistic Quatrains of Omar Khayyam 2012-01-08T03:00:15.553Z "Perhaps longer," and the shadow of an enigmatical smile passed over his pleasantly curved lips. In Jeopardy 2012-01-04T03:00:35.013Z His brief and often enigmatical verses have never lost their hold on credulous minds, and a few striking instances have, even in our century, largely revived his credit. Modern Magic 2012-01-01T03:00:09.557Z “I’m going to find out who shot that fox,” was the woodsman’s enigmatical answer. The Corner House Girls Snowbound 2011-12-30T03:00:22.827Z Through the convulsive smiles which now and then lighted up her face, and her brief enigmatical phrases, it was easy to see her uneasiness, and even a spice of hatred. Froth 2011-12-28T03:00:38.123Z The verdict was rather enigmatical: “I like the ripple of your music.” Tennyson and His Friends 2011-12-28T03:00:32.373Z Her gentle spirit was occasionally momentarily disturbed, and she seemed at times cold, irritable, and enigmatical, to the great surprise and sorrow of Gonzalo, who tried to cheer her up, and that with success. The Fourth Estate, vol. 2 2011-12-25T03:00:12.817Z Taking some of this man's enigmatical sentences for prophecies, Gozzi compiled a sort of comic almanac, in which the various woes impending over Venice in the year 1756 were described. The Memoirs of Count Carlo Gozzi; Volume the First 2011-12-12T03:00:27.507Z "I have heard of no such scheme; and, if I had, you could help it most by driving new straight furrows and raising further cattle," said Haldane, with an enigmatical smile. The Mistress of Bonaventure 2011-11-28T03:00:22.190Z She was sure that she had made herself a little enigmatical to him, had roused his curiosity. Across the Stream 2011-11-05T02:00:11.673Z The new monarch was a reserved, enigmatical prince, who seldom laughed, spoke little and wrote less—a striking contrast to Christian IV. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 11, Slice 1 "Franciscans" to "French Language" 2011-10-22T02:00:29.487Z The sense of the latter triplet is very enigmatical; it is here interpreted in accordance with the known character of the poet, and the direction which he delayed not to give to his faculties. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Vol. 60, No. 373, November 1846 2011-10-21T02:00:17.417Z What is here set down happened as recorded, but I shall not attempt to explain things which even to myself are enigmatical. Etidorhpa or the End of Earth. The Strange History of a Mysterious Being and The Account of a Remarkable Journey 2011-10-18T02:00:20.997Z A sense of the enigmatical depth of life, the soul’s unconscious mystery, like to a fair, bright endlessness, a far-away silvery light, shot through her in silent rapture. Ecstasy: A Study of Happiness A Novel 2011-10-18T02:00:20.340Z Charade, shar-�d′, n. a species of riddle, the subject of which is a word proposed for solution from an enigmatical description of its component syllables and of the whole—the charade is often acted. Chambers's Twentieth Century Dictionary (part 1 of 4: A-D) 2011-10-11T02:01:08.990Z There was something enigmatical about his thin, pale lips, but the whole face was rather jovial than mysterious. Count Br?hl 2011-10-06T02:00:41.430Z The following explanation is given of this enigmatical statement. Notes and Queries, Vol. IV, Number 89, July 12, 1851 A Medium of Inter-communication for Literary Men, Artists, Antiquaries, Geneologists, etc. 2011-10-01T02:00:34.553Z Hence the mystic, enigmatical, miraculous, and transcendental character of the art-productions of the middle ages. The Prose Writings of Heinrich Heine 2011-09-21T02:00:27.670Z Admiration, surprise, pleasure, and a fleeting glimpse of something like dread or fear—all these things Caroline seemed to read in that enigmatical glance. The Builders 2011-09-19T02:00:09.067Z At any rate, the enigmatical German kept his promises. My Memoirs 2011-09-13T02:00:28.713Z Br�hl's enigmatical smile seemed to answer: 'Yes, madam, I am waiting.' Count Br?hl 2011-10-06T02:00:41.430Z Then, on Saturday, one week after the enigmatical happenings at the oak tree, the case once more presented itself with weird and baffling additions. The Secret Toll 2011-09-12T02:00:26.853Z A murmur of approval broke from the others at this enigmatical utterance. Mrs. Bindle Some Incidents from the Domestic Life of the Bindles 2011-09-08T02:00:22.323Z “Indeed, no,” she replied reassuringly, seeing how his confident manner had changed to despair, “but I do mean that the ways of women are not more enigmatical than those of men—some men,” she qualified. Those Dale Girls 2011-09-05T02:00:18.917Z "Let me entreat you, my dear Pastor Becker, to relate the life of Seraphita—that enigmatical flower of humanity whose image I see in this mysterious blossom." The Works of Honor? de Balzac About Catherine de' Medici, Seraphita and Other Stories 2011-09-02T02:00:23.810Z The next day he told the matter to Ali Hojia, to whom the enigmatical old man had referred him. Tales From J?kai 2011-09-02T02:00:19.183Z I hadn’t the faintest desire to hear these enigmatical sayings, but they all talked at the top of their voices, brandishing each others’ affairs. The Claw 2011-08-31T02:01:30.563Z My dear child, pray don't speak in that way; that's like Philip's tone when he is enigmatical and sarcastic, and worries me. Cecil Castlemaine's Gage, Lady Marabout's Troubles, and Other Stories 2011-08-25T02:00:30.323Z Husband to E. B. B. Author of a long series of poems, some of them obscure and enigmatical to the last degree, but all bearing the marks of great genius. A Brief Handbook of English Authors 2011-08-15T02:00:26.603Z “The Great Unknown,” replied Ben Jolly, with an enigmatical smile. The Motion Picture Chums at Seaside Park The Rival Photo Theatres of the Boardwalk 2011-08-05T02:00:44.900Z Every day Sendlingen's conduct seemed to him more enigmatical and unnatural. The Chief Justice A Novel 2011-07-27T02:00:28.873Z But he loved every change in that enigmatical countenance, there was so much character in its grave lines. Cynthia Wakeham's Money 2011-07-18T02:00:24.717Z You are enough to drive one insane, you enigmatical little creature! Only a Girl: or, A Physician for the Soul. 2011-07-13T02:00:14.230Z Suppose he did,' replied the girl musingly, evidently in one of those fits of reactionary regret which so often in the feminine nature—strange and enigmatical always—are prone to succeed the exaltation of passion. Nevermore 2011-07-08T02:00:23.973Z It may seem enigmatical to you, but it is all that I can in prudence say. The Kentuckian in New-York, Volume I (of 2) or, The Adventures of Three Southerns 2011-07-06T02:00:46.297Z Josh Billings announces in a still more mystic manner, strongly reminding the observer xvi of Ruskin’s bizarre, grotesque, enigmatical titles. The Complete Works of Josh Billings 2011-07-01T02:00:13.387Z “There is something I may wish to do,” was the enigmatical reply. The Best Policy 2011-06-13T02:00:32.860Z “You may change your mind before we have finished with them,” replied Harriet, with an enigmatical smile. The Meadow-Brook Girls Across Country The Young Pathfinders on a Summer Hike 2011-06-13T02:00:31.687Z This fanciful description of the Italian language appeared enigmatical to the methodical investigations of the cold and cautious Tiraboschi. Amenities of Literature Consisting of Sketches and Characters of English Literature 2011-06-03T02:00:19.227Z Nameless and enigmatical as was the last of this conversation, these two former law kinsman and kinswoman understood and appreciated. The Tobacco Tiller A Tale of the Kentucky Tobacco Fields 2011-06-01T02:00:27.327Z An enigmatical smile passed across the prosecutor's face. The Red Mouse 2011-05-30T02:00:14.700Z The Khan received him on his return with the same enigmatical smile, which seemed just now to be stereotyped on his lips. 'Neath the Hoof of the Tartar The Scourge of God 2011-05-26T02:00:15.987Z He told her so very often, in words that were meant to be enigmatical and symbolical, no doubt, but which were really as frank and simple as the man's nature. Poppy The Story of a South African Girl 2011-05-20T02:00:25.147Z In all these transmigrations of persons the enigmatical expounder acknowledges that the typical incidents suddenly diverge from their prototype. Amenities of Literature Consisting of Sketches and Characters of English Literature 2011-06-03T02:00:19.227Z There is that enigmatical one to "Mr. W. H.," prefixed by Thomas Thorpe, bookseller of London, to Shakespeare's Sonnets. Turns about Town 2011-05-13T02:00:09.213Z For the first time Pemmican's eyes lost their curious tiredness, an enigmatical smile played about the corners of his mouth. The Red Mouse 2011-05-30T02:00:14.700Z Mortal man, the enigmatical creature, has also a nameless, monstrous dread, which has no object, which awakes at hearing of spiritual apparitions, and which one sometimes feels when one only speaks of it.... Hesperus or Forty-Five Dog-Post-Days Vol. I. A Biography 2011-05-11T02:00:19.453Z Jonah, in whose spruce attire, as he now presented himself, it was not easy to recognize the brakeman of the afternoon train, made this enigmatical remark rather uneasily, and subsided into regretful silence. True and Other Stories 2011-04-26T02:00:27.117Z The mystical tale of the Saxon monk is dashed into a glittering foam of enigmatical brevity. Amenities of Literature Consisting of Sketches and Characters of English Literature 2011-06-03T02:00:19.227Z Roberts joked incessantly, and Dr. Sanborn held him a good second, while Mason said the most enigmatical things in his smooth, melodious bass. Rose of Dutcher's Coolly 2011-04-10T02:00:07.273Z It was useless to endeavor to understand Adrian's enigmatical moods, but that sentence puzzled Allard for many hours, whenever it recurred to him. The Game and the Candle 2011-04-03T02:00:16.907Z There was something enigmatical in her words, and Vernon glanced uneasily at her again. Her Infinite Variety 2011-04-01T02:00:30.590Z Some of the sentiments of the speaker were expressed in language so enigmatical as to be almost unintelligible to a stranger. The Spanish Cavalier A Story of Seville 2011-03-31T02:00:19.850Z Thus far I have a consciousness of having been pretty dull and heavy, both in subject and phrase; I might add, enigmatical. Letters of John Keats to His Family and Friends 2011-03-30T02:00:14.620Z O, don't be so enigmatical, it is out of place. Rose of Dutcher's Coolly 2011-04-10T02:00:07.273Z The last part of this message might have been enigmatical to Helen had she sat down to think it over. Unlucky A Fragment of a Girl's Life 2011-03-24T02:00:14.360Z His enigmatical manner is his protection against the intrusion of uncongenial minds. Three Philosophical Poets Lucretius, Dante, and Goethe 2011-03-20T02:00:33.357Z He called to mind Elsa's strange manner of late, much that was enigmatical was explained. Felix Lanzberg's Expiation 2011-03-15T02:00:14.763Z But the period we have just reached, soon after the Heracles, is marked by one of the most ironic and enigmatical plays he ever wrote. Euripedes and His Age 2011-03-05T03:00:26.617Z The European and American museums contain many enigmatical Maya manuscripts of which at present little has been deciphered except the dates. A Short History of the World 2011-03-04T03:01:03.147Z His enigmatical book ends that literate age which begins with Glanvill’s treatise and the treasurer’s dialogue. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 9, Slice 6 "English Language" to "Epsom Salts" 2011-02-19T03:00:59.807Z She was a pretty girl with enigmatical eyes, and her voice was softer and pleasanter than the voice of Mr Sigismund Porter. Here and Hereafter 2011-02-07T03:00:23.580Z That the charm of her person so confused him flattered her, it seemed to her interesting and romantic to cause such deep heart wounds, still his manner remained enigmatical to her. Felix Lanzberg's Expiation 2011-03-15T02:00:14.763Z To complete this article, it will be sufficient to mention various enigmatical bodies, associated with different diseases, which are regarded by their describers as Protozoa. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 9, Slice 3 "Electrostatics" to "Engis" 2011-02-06T03:00:53.093Z "My conduct may seem enigmatical to you Lieutenant Fernow," she said; "I owe you an explanation; but before I make it, I beg you to answer a few questions." A Hero of the Pen 2011-02-04T03:00:19.217Z If Mrs. Dacre's notes were very brief, they were not less enigmatical,—she was the strangest writer that ever put pen to paper. Paul Gosslett's Confessions in Love, Law, and The Civil Service 2011-02-04T03:00:18.850Z The very contrast of the participants rendered it unique, but this unconscious revival of rites which had passed away centuries ago lent a deeper and more enigmatical significance to it all. A Maid of the Kentucky Hills 2011-02-04T03:00:15.877Z All his enigmatical behavior is explained; she now even understands her fellow men, and strangely enough, she almost pardons him. Felix Lanzberg's Expiation 2011-03-15T02:00:14.763Z In a word, she was an enigmatical creature. The Galaxy Vol. XXIII?March, 1877.?No. 3 2011-01-31T03:00:16.193Z Men exchanged cryptic greetings when they met in the village street, enigmatical signs passed between them while they worked: strangers came and went at dead of night to and from the neighbouring villages. Lord Tony's Wife An Adventure of the Scarlet Pimpernel 2011-01-31T03:00:13.650Z His eyes rested with an enigmatical expression on the young girl's face. No Surrender 2011-01-29T03:00:22.467Z Arthur looked again, this time with rather an enigmatical expression, at the door of his wife's apartments; then he turned slowly to her father. Success and How He Won It 2011-01-23T03:00:12.077Z What would she with him, this compatriot of the Sphinx, with her fathomless black eyes and enigmatical smile? Garrick's Pupil 2011-01-22T03:00:14.780Z I was thinking of you, Leo; the fact is that I am more and more convinced that you are the strangest, most enigmatical human being on God's earth. Too Rich A Romance 2011-01-19T03:00:22.440Z And with that enigmatical remark, he blew out the candle. Burning Sands 2011-01-17T03:00:53.930Z George saw this at a glance, and at once understood the words which had struck him as enigmatical. No Surrender 2011-01-29T03:00:22.467Z He looked up, and found himself fronted by the no longer wholly enigmatical, but still ambiguously smiling picture of his father. Pierre; or The Ambiguities 2011-01-17T03:00:45.163Z A strange letter!" he exclaimed, "as strange and enigmatical as its writer. Quicksands 2011-01-15T03:00:33.213Z As for Cuba, we hold it in trust for the Cubans, against the time when those enigmatical patriots shall prove their ability and worthiness to rule themselves or their country. The Outlook: Uncle Sam's Place and Prospects in International Politics 2010-12-30T03:00:21Z But the lines around the firm, well-shaped mouth were enigmatical: sensuality, wit, humor, and melancholy demons and genii--all seemed to dwell there. Problematic Characters A Novel 2010-12-26T03:00:15.780Z She saw it in Europe rather than in India, where the inexplicable, the enigmatical, the fearful remained in the foreground of her thoughts. The Hidden Force A Story of Modern Java 2010-12-24T03:00:34.823Z At these enigmatical words the reader of the message turned pale and the paper trembled in her hand. The Baron's Sons 2010-12-20T17:12:02.667Z The image of the enigmatical tutor of Castle Osternau arose before her invested with a thousand attractions, and she actually felt envious of Elise who had been able to watch beside him. Quicksands 2011-01-15T03:00:33.213Z There was more than enough to perplex and alarm one in this enigmatical note. Willing to Die 2010-12-20T17:12:00.040Z "So, so!" he said, kindly! and then to Oswald, who had been silent, meditating on the enigmatical character of the man by his side: "I look to you a little crazy, doctor, eh?" Problematic Characters A Novel 2010-12-26T03:00:15.780Z He gave her a long, deep, enigmatical look. Footsteps of Fate 2010-12-20T17:11:56.663Z Growing out of, but beyond this method is the beginning of a great branch of research which may ultimately explain many heretofore enigmatical phenomena of nature. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 2, Slice 7 "Arundel, Thomas" to "Athens" The expression, "Backare, quoth Mortimer to his sow," has an extended range over our old literature, but its meaning is very enigmatical. Proverb Lore Many sayings, wise or otherwise, on many subjects, gleaned from many sources This young man, with the white, set face and enigmatical grey eyes, disturbed him far more than the vapourings and hysterical screaming with which my lady received the news of the passing of my lord. A Blot on the Scutcheon "Poor boy," said Oswald to himself, looking with deepest interest at the enigmatical face of the child; "you have had already tears in the spring of your life, if you ever really had a spring." Problematic Characters A Novel 2010-12-26T03:00:15.780Z With which enigmatical conclusion she crept into bed again. "Pip" A Romance of Youth The production of a hidden hoard showed that this most enigmatical Englishman was really in earnest. The Great Mogul Hence sometimes "an obscure and enigmatical way of speaking," and therefore called "the word of the wise and their dark sayings," and "dark sayings of old." Proverb Lore Many sayings, wise or otherwise, on many subjects, gleaned from many sources The enigmatical goddess Fortuna, who seems to have had early associations with the Sun,3190 gained fresh strength from the ideas of the divinised destiny of eastern monarchs. Roman Society from Nero to Marcus Aurelius He looked over his round glasses at the baroness, to see if her face furnished him perhaps a commentary on the enigmatical question. Problematic Characters A Novel 2010-12-26T03:00:15.780Z “Couldn’t he?” asked Stillman, in that odd, enigmatical way of his. Lefty Locke Pitcher-Manager "Suppose I am?" returned Peckover, with his best attempt at an enigmatical smile. A Poached Peerage "How does the other fellow look?" he inquired, and to my haltingly invented explanation of my battered appearance, he returned the same enigmatical smile. The Window at the White Cat It was an enigmatical poem, it now became symbolic. The Wave An Egyptian Aftermath Honest, too, are his expressions of surprise at the effect of his Theses, which were difficult to understand, being, according to the old custom, composed of enigmatical and involved propositions. Pictures of German Life in the XVth XVIth and XVIIth Centuries, Vol. I. “I am thinking of trying out another one of our uncertainties,” answered the southpaw, with an enigmatical smile. Lefty Locke Pitcher-Manager In truth the big mastiff also went there to get Franco to explain certain enigmatical passages in the customs-tariff to him, but he did not say so. The Patriot Piccolo Mondo Antico We now come to the most enigmatical of all the titles of Apollo, viz., The History and Antiquities of the Doric Race, Vol. 1 of 2 Lettice watched him for several minutes, then fixed her eyes on Tom; they stared at each other across the room; her expression was enigmatical, yet he read resolution into it, a desire and a purpose. The Wave An Egyptian Aftermath With a tremulous look about him he burst into tears and clung for protection to his enigmatical host. A Republic Without a President and Other Stories That Boussac was bewildered by this enigmatical remark he could plainly see. In the Day of Adversity Talk sense to a woman and treat her decently, and she thinks you are a muff; talk enigmatical bosh, and knock her about, and she loves you. With Edge Tools Small though it was, it was a study in itself, a puzzle, distracting, enigmatical. The Social Gangster Her expression was enigmatical; there were signs of struggle in it, he thought. The Wave An Egyptian Aftermath “If you scrubbed mine fifty times over with those enigmatical proverbs of yours,” said the Parson, testily, “you would not make it any the wiser.” Harper's New Monthly Magazine, No. V, October, 1850, Volume I. Then a beautiful charmer metaphorically wiped away his tears, for he had yearned for his wife in the enigmatical fashion of weak creatures who prefer to morally gamble and deplore their losses rather than save. Love's Usuries At present this, the ancient Brundusium, is the jumping-off place for the traveller on his way to the East; here he must leave the land and trust himself to an enigmatical deep. Mentone, Cairo, and Corfu Having helped herself Patricia turned to Miss Wangle, and for a moment regarded her with an enigmatical smile that made her fidget. Patricia Brent, Spinster Both morning and evening each day, at hours prearranged, he "got on" to Shand, but their conversations were very enigmatical. Spies of the Kaiser Plotting the Downfall of England The king who was fond of change, delighted in what was sportive, capricious, or enigmatical in character, and in the conquering of difficulties. On the Heights A Novel Philip felt that if Christ could show the Father, then there was no need of any more enigmatical talk. The Expositor's Bible: The Gospel of St John, Vol. II "Nothing is lost that's wrought with tears, sir," was the enigmatical response. John Dene of Toronto A Comedy of Whitehall The true character and origin of this enigmatical woman were, until quite recently, among the most obscure problems of Russian history. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 5 "Cat" to "Celt" Hals' eyes were fixed on his friend, and he tried in vain to read and understand the enigmatical smile which hovered in every line of that mobile face. The Laughing Cavalier The Story of the Ancestor of the Scarlet Pimpernel What did He mean by this enigmatical saying, which not even His disciples understood till long afterwards? The Expositor's Bible: The Gospel of St. John, Vol. I She used to be enigmatical in her beauty, but this summer, though the beauty was still there, it was no longer enigmatical, it was like a problem solved. The Truth About Tristrem Varick A Novel La Rochefoucauld is never enigmatical, rarely sententious merely, and is almost indifferent to the production of mots. A Short History of French Literature It was thirty feet in diameter, and thirty feet thick from its well insulated inside face to that enigmatical Outside that had been a grisly mystery to the race for some five hundred centuries. Astounding Stories, August, 1931 "The harder the task, mynheer," said Diogenes with his enigmatical smile, "the greater will be my satisfaction if I succeed in fulfilling it." The Laughing Cavalier The Story of the Ancestor of the Scarlet Pimpernel But when they had walked past the Buddha-like manager who, massive and enigmatical, broods over the entrance to the cafe, they could see Castleton in the corner. Carnival The receipt of this enigmatical letter induced Washington to cut short his sojourn at Mount Vernon, and hasten to Philadelphia. The Student's Life of Washington; Condensed from the Larger Work of Washington Irving For Young Persons and for the Use of Schools She seems to suspect that I know where they are, and reproaches me for ‘mystery’—quite enigmatical. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, No. 22, March, 1852, Volume 4. A little enigmatical smile curved up the corners of the usually demure mouth. Leerie “Well, no more it can—at this stage,” was the enigmatical answer. Harley Greenoak's Charge Abrupt, enigmatical, and strange; but it was like him. The Sapphire Cross All was to Pranken more and more amazing, more and more enigmatical, and, at the same time, more and more illuminated. Villa Eden: The Country-House on the Rhine But I had a reason for it, which may or may not hereinafter appear,” was the somewhat enigmatical reply. In the Whirl of the Rising Martin spoke with hesitation, as though fearing a reproach, and Grizel narrowed her eyes, and smiled; a slow, enigmatical smile, but spoke not one rude word. Lady Cassandra Still, it shone forth patent to the experienced eye, enigmatical, mysterious, sombre. Caxton's Book: A Collection of Essays, Poems, Tales, and Sketches. Tyingoza, you see, was enigmatical, but then he often was, especially if he thought I was trying to get behind his mind—as he put it. A Frontier Mystery The older one becomes, indeed, so much the more enigmatical seem often the interwoven threads of human relations in the world. Villa Eden: The Country-House on the Rhine To Verna, in her then frame of mind, the enigmatical nature of the remark opened all sorts of possibilities. Forging the Blades A Tale of the Zulu Rebellion Never now would he get at the mystery which had dictated that enigmatical message, never now ascertain what had caused her great love to fail and waver in distrust and doubt. Aletta A Tale of the Boer Invasion The door opened and Louise entered with an enigmatical look on her face. The New Warden “Not here,” I answered, with intent to be as enigmatical as himself. A Frontier Mystery She had placed great hopes in that, but such an enigmatical and incomprehensible person was presented to her view, that she seemed to herself wholly useless. Villa Eden: The Country-House on the Rhine Nothing could be more perplexing or enigmatical than the sumptuous beauties of this cavern. Toilers of the Sea "I mus; sinz I tells it to you," was his enigmatical reply, dropping his eyes. An American Girl Abroad He had slept face to face with the severed head that spoke to him, he had listened to the enigmatical words of the dzhin of Seleucia, and he called them to mind again now. The Lion of Janina The Last Days of the Janissaries She looked at me, with that straight, clear glance, and again a little smile that was rather enigmatical, hovered around her lips. A Frontier Mystery The Mother stood helpless before this enigmatical being, and Manna at last promised to be quite calm. Villa Eden: The Country-House on the Rhine Jars, phials, flasks, and drawers rose on every side, not inscribed with the vulgar nomenclature of modern physic, but bearing the enigmatical marks and hieroglyphics known to Galen and Paracelsus. The Daltons, Volume I (of II) Or,Three Roads In Life There were eight of these bags, marked with some enigmatical letters, of which I did not know the meaning, nor, in good truth, did I puzzle myself to discover. Confessions Of Con Cregan An Irish Gil Blas I have learned," he began, "that you are a youthful friend of our poor patient, and have sought you to consult with you, respecting his lamentable and enigmatical state. Tales from the German Comprising specimens from the most celebrated authors His expression was enigmatical and his voice, when he spoke at last, was puzzled. The Portal of Dreams Thus she tried to discern, through the enigmatical gloom of the future, the joys and delights that her soul longed for, so as the better to accommodate herself to her new position. Pretty Michal A talk with this enigmatical cousin would be a proper climax to the triumphs of the night. Ancestors A Novel The look she met was deep and warm, but it changed, holding hers, grew cool, enigmatical, impersonal. The House of Fulfilment New dominants are added, and the theory advances farther and farther from the “machine theory,” becomes ever more enigmatical, and more vitalistic. Naturalism And Religion "Perhaps I understand something of that call," was her enigmatical reply. The Portal of Dreams He was an enigmatical Slovack lad, with bast shoes and a hat with a brim drawn deep down over his eyes. Pretty Michal This was the first outside message that he had ever received, and for a while it threatened to be too much for him, especially as the absence of punctuation made it still more enigmatical. Si Klegg, Book 4 (of 6) Experiences Of Si And Shorty On The Great Tullahoma Campaign “Was enigmatical; how far he understands the situation I had no means of judging.” The House of Fulfilment "My friend," observed Guido, "you are just a little enigmatical this evening." Cecilia A Story of Modern Rome The enigmatical letters which were worked on ecclesiastical vestments in those days, were various and peculiar, and have given abundant scope for antiquarian research. The Art of Needle-work, from the Earliest Ages, 3rd ed. Including Some Notices of the Ancient Historical Tapestries The children are all trundled away out of the Cottage, and their room given up to the young ladies, with all its enigmatical and emblematical wall-tracery. Recreations of Christopher North, Volume I (of 2) The moment I entered the room this enigmatical state of things was immediately plain to me. Eyes Like the Sea It was this enigmatical letter from "B. S." to "A. D." Crestlands A Centennial Story of Cane Ridge “You grow enigmatical, and I do not fully understand you.” Vashti or, Until Death Us Do Part These enigmatical instructions bothered their hearer far more than any of the strange proceedings of the night. Cynthia's Chauffeur He was more silent than ever, but when he spoke it was in biblical language; and always hovered on his lips the enigmatical smile, and his eyes always had the strange, disconcerting look. Orientations Grover read this enigmatical epistle eleven times without deriving the slightest clue to its meaning. Stories by American Authors, Volume 10 All in him was conquered save the enigmatical childish ideal of form, manner. The Monster and Other Stories "I wish you joy," said Lesley's father, with a slight enigmatical smile. Brooke's Daughter A Novel "So it was a mistake," replied the Captain, handing the card back to the wood merchant, whose lobster red features bore an enigmatical smile. "And they thought we wouldn't fight" He had an enigmatical way of smiling which Mrs Clinton could not understand. Orientations He had heard from the best authorities that women were enigmatical and incalculable creatures who were most apt to do what was least expected of them. Stories by American Authors, Volume 10 But they maintained a cautious reserve, whilst an enigmatical smile wreathed their white lips. The Grandee He glanced at his sisters, gaining so much support from their enigmatical faces that he added, for their especial benefit, "How could she?" Jimbo A Fantasy The matter of the Indian’s return is enigmatical.” The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition, Vol. XII (of 25) This saying Aunt M'riar did not even condemn as enigmatical, so completely did all that relates to buildings lie outside her jurisdiction. When Ghost Meets Ghost Afterward, as she reflected more upon the enigmatical nature of the communication, she deeply regretted that she had not preserved the note. Maria Antoinette Makers of History The count turned grave under that enigmatical smile. The Grandee She tried to find out why, and she was confronted by inadequate replies and enigmatical silences. The Wife of Sir Isaac Harman A large percentage of the athletic jargon of the sporting club and field is enigmatical to the uninitiated. News Writing The Gathering , Handling and Writing of News Stories Young persons were young persons, and would always remain so—an enigmatical saying. When Ghost Meets Ghost Another enigmatical fragment from his secret thought came out when she asked his advice about her own relations with Brand. The Fate of Felix Brand You study the anatomy of the eye; where does the enigmatical glance you talk about come in there? Fathers and Children He told several good stories, one of which showed that the enigmatical character attributed to his poetry by some of his critics was to him a good joke. The Brownings Their Life and Art Defying precise grouping either as a sketch or a story, this enigmatical bit of fancy deserves highest praise for its fluent diction, rich imagination, potent atmosphere, and graphic colouring. Writings in the United Amateur, 1915-1922 He knew nothing, naturally, of the dark intrigues of an enigmatical adventurer far away in the Tuileries, nor how they could affect him. The Missourian Cocceius: "It could not be said more distinctly, at least not without ceasing to be enigmatical, unless he had said that a virgin has born Christ the Son of God." Christology of the Old Testament: And a Commentary on the Messianic Predictions. Vol. 2 Even that whisky dealer’s advertisement upon the southern bank became through some fantastic transformation a promise, an enigmatical promise flashed up the river reach in letters of fire. New Worlds For Old A Plain Account of Modern Socialism Crabbe's character is not at all enigmatical, and emerges as clearly in those letters and diaries of his which have been published, as in anecdotes of him by others. Essays in English Literature, 1780-1860 I had noticed, amid the shadows that lay in clusters on the floor and walls, this enigmatical Something. Byways of Ghost-Land “Padre dear––don’t––don’t always make me tell you everything,” she pleaded, but only half in earnest, as she cast an enigmatical glance at him. Carmen Ariza This I did also, but over and over again was I stopped by some short enigmatical reference to Pânini’s grammar or Yaska’s glossary, which I could not identify. My Autobiography A Fragment "Look here, then, just do me an enigmatical and oracular article that can be read either way." The Strand Magazine, Volume V, Issue 26, February 1893 An Illustrated Monthly The references to this act of recklessness or self-sacrifice in the Autobiography are rather enigmatical. Essays in English Literature, 1780-1860 Imagine, then, my surprise and the shock I received, when, on glancing at the gravel in front of me, I saw two shadows—two enigmatical shadows. Byways of Ghost-Land The man’s character was quite enigmatical, and divulged nothing. Carmen Ariza Then Martinez’ mind flashed back to the scene in Vorse’s saloon when Gordon had showed such sudden emotion at the engineer’s name and his enigmatical reference to some event in the past. In the Shadow of the Hills Amongst the most elegantly dressed of those whom the enigmatical masquerade attracted, was a young man, of whom it would have bee difficult to say to what race he belonged. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine - Volume 57, No. 352, February 1845 The Plague was an insoluble puzzle—enigmatical, utterly inexplicable, beyond the knowledge of Earth. Astounding Stories of Super-Science, November, 1930 Thy speech," said Theodora, "is enigmatical, and wherefore it is so I cannot surmise. Gómez Arias Or, The Moors of the Alpujarras, A Spanish Historical Romance. Carmen looked up at him with an enigmatical glance and laughed. Carmen Ariza Even should it be proved, as it appears likely to be, that Egyptian civilisation was derived originally from Mesopotamia, much will still be dark and enigmatical. History of Religion A Sketch of Primitive Religious Beliefs and Practices, and of the Origin and Character of the Great Systems I suppose you don’t happen to know who was responsible for that enigmatical line? The Hound From The North By way of answer, Jim twisted his gaunt face in an enigmatical smile. The Spoilers of the Valley Lance’s right hand sagged another half inch, his lips pulled sidewise in the enigmatical smile of the Lorrigans. Rim o' the World And, with this enigmatical remark, he abruptly went back to his shack. The Night Riders A Romance of Early Montana Yet a close observer would have noticed that he grasped these tasks only as problems, treated them in their mathematical and enigmatical aspect, and solved them without any appreciation of their concrete values. Dr. Sevier It begins in this somewhat enigmatical way:— “It is an unspeakably terrible thing for any one—for even a youth or a heathen—to be lost.” Orthodoxy: Its Truths And Errors "It is bucolic only in name, it is allegorical," writes George Long, "mystical, half historical, and prophetical, enigmatical, anything in fact but bucolic." Great Men and Famous Women, Vol. 7 A Series of Pen and Pencil Sketches of the Lives of More Than 200 of the Most Prominent Personages in History That which is enigmatical must be guessed like a riddle; a statement may be purposely made enigmatical in order to provoke thought and study. English Synonyms and Antonyms With Notes on the Correct Use of Prepositions To which that matter-of-fact maid replied by a contemptuous toss of her head and the enigmatical words: “Hare pie!” Dorothy's House Party Now he straightened up with a ghost of renewed bravado and shook his head while an enigmatical grin twisted his lips. The Roof Tree A good deal of this was enigmatical to Rainey, but there was no mistaking Lund's tremendous seriousness and, duly impressed, Rainey promised to carry out his suggestions. A Man to His Mate But soon the “mystery of God will be finished;” the enigmatical “seals,” with all their inner meanings, opened. The Words of Jesus But mother!" said Faith at this enigmatical speech, "what do you mean? Say and Seal, Volume I Questioned as to plans for the future—inasmuch as a marriage did not seem inconsequent under the circumstances—Sally became enigmatical. Somehow Good Minister Klobukowski reported from Brussels that the Belgian Government regarded Germany's attitude as enigmatical, and justifying every apprehension. The Story of the Great War, Volume I (of 8) Introductions; Special Articles; Causes of War; Diplomatic and State Papers The resemblance to the zodiacal light was striking; and a community of origin between that enigmatical member of our system and the corona was irresistibly suggested. A Popular History of Astronomy During the Nineteenth Century Fourth Edition The interpretation of this enigmatical speech was left to the ear, for the young Countess was gazing at her big black fan, where luminous fireflies hung tangled amongst the dusky feathers. A Modern Mercenary Faith in vain endeavoured to get some light on this dark information; Miss Essie was startling but enigmatical, and suddenly turned from her and asked Mr. Linden "what was the story he had promised?" Say and Seal, Volume I Interrogated as to the meaning of these enigmatical lines, the knight at once explained them, by relating his own story, and added, that in eight days time the thirty years would expire. Mediaeval Tales Beth smiled and nodded as though well satisfied when she heard the news, but preserved an enigmatical silence. The Beth Book Being a Study of the Life of Elizabeth Caldwell Maclure, a Woman of Genius The idea that these enigmatical disturbances were due to the attraction of an unknown exterior body was a tolerably obvious one; and we accordingly find it suggested in many different quarters. A Popular History of Astronomy During the Nineteenth Century Fourth Edition “We shall see what we shall see,” was the queen’s enigmatical rejoinder. In Doublet and Hose A Story for Girls Faith pondered probably Miss Essie's enigmatical words; but she said nothing on the subject even to her mother. Say and Seal, Volume I Though startled by this enigmatical utterance, he followed when she ascended two steps of the stoop for a better view in the uncurtained window. The Strange Adventures of Mr. Middleton But how dark and enigmatical, nay, how self-contradictory, would all such language appear, if they might have been very easily rendered holy and happy! A Theodicy, or, Vindication of the Divine Glory He was the first to bestow serious study on the enigmatical objects known as "nebulæ." A Popular History of Astronomy During the Nineteenth Century Fourth Edition The theology of Central Australia is still obscure—the general religious situation in that region has much that is enigmatical. Introduction to the History of Religions Handbooks on the History of Religions, Volume IV But that history, full of intimate details, mysterious facts, and documents at times enigmatical, is not to be written like the other form of history which men are satisfied to repeat from age to age. The Works of Theophile Gautier, Volume 5 The Romance of a Mummy and Egypt “I begin to understand,” he exclaimed, and bending an enigmatical look upon the startled judge and his daughter, he picked the page up in his arms with the utmost tenderness, and bore him away. The Strange Adventures of Mr. Middleton She paused—wavered—and then fixed her gaze in silence upon the enigmatical device. The Panchronicon For once in her life Evelyn Desmond spoke the unvarnished truth, adorning nothing, extenuating nothing; and Honour listened in an enigmatical silence—a silence which held even after the last word had been spoken. Captain Desmond, V.C. Sometimes, doubtless, they were happy or unhappy guesses; sometimes they were enigmatical or ambiguous in form, so that they could be made to agree with the events that actually occurred. Introduction to the History of Religions Handbooks on the History of Religions, Volume IV With such fond and hopeless feeling were these enigmatical words charged that the boy could do nothing but heave a sympathetic sigh. The Mother "Then beware such unholy spells," she replied, with a light but enigmatical laugh. The Sign of the Spider With that enigmatical comment he was silent save for stertorous breathing. Desert Dust They are old enigmatical 'handwritings on the wall,' which no modern reader has yet deciphered. Archaeological Essays, Vol. 1 They follow the history down to the author's time, giving it sometimes an enigmatical form, and the future is described in vague phrases that embody the guesses or hopes of the writer. Introduction to the History of Religions Handbooks on the History of Religions, Volume IV Never you mind," was the enigmatical answer, given with a shake of the head, "but I have 'em all right. The Boy Ranchers at Spur Creek or Fighting the Sheep Herders Could any of your correspondents translate this enigmatical line? Notes and Queries, Number 213, November 26, 1853 A Medium of Inter-communication for Literary Men, Artists, Antiquaries, Geneologists, etc. Under the staff follow these enigmatical lines, which I request any of your correspondents to translate and explain. Notes and Queries, Number 204, September 24, 1853 A Medium of Inter-communication for Literary Men, Artists, Antiquaries, Genealogists, etc. At one time I fancied it possible that the mutilated and enigmatical remains of ancient Welsh poetry furnished us with a name for the Cat-stane older still than that appellation itself. Archaeological Essays, Vol. 1 He shut his eyes 350 for an instant, and, when he opened them, he saw that his fellow-gambler was watching him with an enigmatical and furtive smile. Northern Lights With that enigmatical reply he opened a door leading to the barn, stalked out, and disappeared. Chasing an Iron Horse Or, A Boy's Adventures in the Civil War Perhaps my language was obscure, or even enigmatical; but I thought you might understand. A Pessimist In Theory and Practice The world is enigmatical enough in all conscience, whatever theory we may take up toward it. The Will to Believe : and Other Essays in Popular Philosophy The evolving of these has removed from many passages the obscurity which had before caused them to be regarded as enigmatical. A Brief Commentary on the Apocalypse “He doesn’t look rich, does he?” was the enigmatical answer. Northern Lights Tom Wyndsour’s account was a little enigmatical; but, like old Squire Bowes, I was “a bit lazy” that evening, and asked no more questions about him. A Stable for Nightmares or Weird Tales She smiled back at him, and her smile was tired, dust-stained, enigmatical. Virginia My meaning may be disagreeable, but that is chargeable not upon me, but on the circumstances of our retrospect; and if I am enigmatical rather than explicit, I am so from respect, not insolence. The International Magazine, Volume 2, No. 3, February, 1851 It proposes only to explain what S. Paul means by the enigmatical expression which is found in Col. iv. The Last Twelve Verses of the Gospel According to S. Mark Not but that this is just one of those enigmatical pieces of teaching which we have made up our minds not to be troubled with, since it may evidently mean just what we like. On the Old Road Vol. 1 (of 2) A Collection of Miscellaneous Essays and Articles on Art and Literature What is the answer to its enigmatical aspect? Recollections of Dante Gabriel Rossetti A frightened look came into his wife's face, and indifferently glancing at her as he finished, he was arrested by something enigmatical and yet familiar in her features. Virginia The carving upon it is very elaborate and enigmatical. The Strand District The Fascination of London Anne's momentous letter was the next important topic of conversation, and Mrs. Brewster listened to the news with an enigmatical expression on her face. Polly and Eleanor But this passage is enigmatical, as the original type seems to be involved in dense obscurity. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 56, Number 347, September, 1844 He is among the most dazzling personalities in English history, and the most enigmatical. Sir Walter Ralegh A Biography But the waiter, with his long sallow face, his inscrutable eyes, and his general air of having petrified under the surface, was as enigmatical as life. Virginia Apart from this enigmatical reference, there were few grounds for hope. William Pitt and the Great War You have been somewhat ambiguous, and certainly quite enigmatical in your statement. The Last Woman I am too dull to read the riddle of the sphinx, and your words are as enigmatical. Fairy Fingers A Novel His sentiments towards Essex at the end, unhappily, are too certain for the precise meaning of his enigmatical undated letter to Cecil, discovered among the Hatfield papers, to be of much consequence. Sir Walter Ralegh A Biography I forgot for the moment that “beaucoup bon” was his enigmatical comment upon all occasions, and that he would have grinned just as broadly had he been dragging me out from a mass of wreckage. High Adventure A Narrative of Air Fighting in France Madame Valtesi looked enigmatical, as indeed she always did when she was ignorant. The Green Carnation We have not to take a few dark sayings, or enigmatical expressions, or hieroglyphic inscriptions, and as we best may spell out the universal spread of truth. The Wesleyan Methodist Pulpit in Malvern Sermons Preached at the Opening Services of the Wesleyan Methodist Chapel, in 1866 "Chiffons!" "talking chiffons!" "writing chiffons!"—will any one have the goodness to furnish us with a literal yet lucid interpretation of this enigmatical form of speech so incessantly employed in the Parisian beau monde? Fairy Fingers A Novel Here he saw the Aino race, enigmatical as to its origin, distinguished by an exceedingly abundant growth of hair and beard which sometimes extends over the greater part of the body. The Voyage of the Vega round Asia and Europe, Volume I and Volume II "You see I keep my word!" was the enigmatical remark the smiling Quimby made as he entered. Wired Love A Romance of Dots and Dashes I am not sorry to be handed over by that patron of mine to one who has a less barbarous accent, and a less enigmatical business. Romola Some of the poet's allusions remain enigmatical to the present day. Eugene Oneguine [Onegin] A Romance of Russian Life in Verse So enigmatical is this metropolis of ours, that it would be equally true to state that 'London is rapidly increasing in population,' and that 'London is slowly decreasing in population.' Chambers's Edinburgh Journal, No. 457 Volume 18, New Series, October 2, 1852 The original composition and origin of this substance appears to me exceedingly enigmatical. The Voyage of the Vega round Asia and Europe, Volume I and Volume II There were endless themes to write in English; mathematics became more and more enigmatical; music more difficult. Blue Bonnet in Boston or, Boarding-School Days at Miss North's His hostess gave the speaker a rather disconcerting stare, hardly explained, he thought, by the enigmatical statement that came after it: “Why, that is how we are living, all of us!” The Squirrel-Cage Seating themselves in the chairs indicated, they awaited with intense curiosity the proceedings of this enigmatical man. The Flaw in the Sapphire But to our task—which is no light one; for in our survey of this book we have to keep in view both hero and hero-worshipper, Cromwell and Carlyle, both somewhat slippery personages, abnormal, enigmatical. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 61, No. 378, April, 1847 There was besides made here an exceedingly remarkable, and to me still, while I write, a very enigmatical find. The Voyage of the Vega round Asia and Europe, Volume I and Volume II The latter now approached the enigmatical shape a little more boldly, and sitting down beside him, opened a conversation with him. The Day of Wrath The speakers in this somewhat enigmatical conversation were the four Maynard children, and they were deciding on their morning's occupation. Marjorie's Busy Days The rest of the face preserved its innocent, tense and enigmatical expression. Chance A Tale in Two Parts In the shoe-blacking parlor we are all tarred with the same brush, all daubed with the same dauber; we have nothing, as the rather enigmatical phrase goes, on one another. The Perfect Gentleman How this species of fish passes the winter is still more enigmatical than the winter life of the insects. The Voyage of the Vega round Asia and Europe, Volume I and Volume II The king nodded thoughtfully upon my frank declaration that, according to my researches, the enigmatical female could only have come from the royal apartments. The Gray Nun This sounds enigmatical, yet you have read enough of my nature, as written in those random notes in my sketch- book, to guess, at least, how much I require. Who Was She? From "The Atlantic Monthly" for September, 1874 Flora of the enigmatical glances was dispatched to them without much reflection. Chance A Tale in Two Parts The reply was a bit enigmatical but Ward understood that it signified mutiny. The Rainy Day Railroad War Those most influential in reviving these studies seem to have been two rather enigmatical personages, Julian the Chaldean, and his son Julian the Theurge, who lived under Marcus Aurelius. The Oriental Religions in Roman Paganism The lady, if kind and reassuring, was also somewhat enigmatical. Half a Hero A Novel She faced him with an enigmatical smile, lighted a match, blew it out, and drew a line across the center of the table. The Lure of the Mask She glanced at Ronny, who returned the glance with an enigmatical smile. Marjorie Dean, College Sophomore This is an enigmatical description of a pair of stocks and whipping-post. The Violin Its Famous Makers and Their Imitators But the conciseness of the lapidary style and the constant repetition of stereotyped formulas naturally render that kind of text hardly explicit and sometimes enigmatical. The Oriental Religions in Roman Paganism What was the use of trying to understand this vastly complicated and enigmatical world, especially when one was married to a nagging woman? A Son Of The Sun For an instant the eyes were hidden under the curling lashes; then they lifted as she replied, with an enigmatical smile,— "Not so far but that you may follow, if you choose." At the Time Appointed He had foreseen the possibility of encountering a woman turned Valkyrie, but was unaccoutred to face this enigmatical calm. The Tyranny of Weakness "Sure to be!" says she with an enigmatical smile. April's Lady A Novel Pannell was the more communicative of the two, but his remarks were rather enigmatical. Patience Wins War in the Works This somewhat enigmatical remark doubtless indicated nothing more than that the States would not continue active and aggressive hostilities in order to further=369= purely French designs. Benjamin Franklin “What does he mean?” said Mr Brooke, who was puzzled by this last rather enigmatical speech. Blue Jackets The Log of the Teaser The last speeches of the guide were somewhat enigmatical, though he presumed they meant an important signification. The Lone Ranche Her position was slightly superior to that of Emmet and Collet, for she was the wife of a man who “lived upright,” which enigmatical expression signified that he had not to work for his living. All's Well Alice's Victory Modern painters and engravers have frequently adopted similar devices as a rebus, or enigmatical representation of their names. Anecdotes of Painters, Engravers, Sculptors and Architects, and Curiosities of Art, (Vol. 2 of 3) She drew out a pencil and wrote a few enigmatical words. The Mystics A Novel It feels muzzy!” she declared, with a gesture and accent which lent some enlightenment to the enigmatical expression. More about Pixie “That again must surely depend upon circumstances,” replied Victor sententiously, whereat Mollie tossed her head, declaring that he was as aggravating as Uncle Bernard himself, and almost as enigmatical. The Fortunes of the Farrells “When ye come back again, come back twa!” was the enigmatical sentence with which the landlady made her adieu, and a faint colour flickered in Margot’s cheek as she pondered over its significance. Big Game A Story for Girls He had a big moustache, which curled up in an enigmatical way when he smiled; and Railsford was at a loss whether to like him or dislike him. The Master of the Shell This was the transcribing of the manuscript of a novel, written by a lady, in a handwriting so enigmatical that the publishers would not look at it unless presented in a legible form. Reginald Cruden A Tale of City Life Then the rencontre with the two boys and the strange, enigmatical talk in the shed, pointing to the plot of a new crime of which he—Trimble—was to be the victim. A Dog with a Bad Name The old squire still lingered on, dying by inches as it were, and preserving to the last his grim enigmatical silence. The Fortunes of the Farrells And yet I found myself looking forward to Dr. Saugrain's dinner with suppressed excitement, while I puzzled my brains to interpret his and Mr. Gratiot's enigmatical glances in my direction. The Rose of Old St. Louis “Look here,” said Railsford, who was getting a little impatient of these enigmatical utterances, “I fancied you could give me some advice; if you can’t, let us talk about something more pleasant.” The Master of the Shell With which philosophical albeit enigmatical conclusion he buried his face once more in his hands, and immersed himself in the literary “jam” before him. Reginald Cruden A Tale of City Life A chorus of laughter, just a little derisive, greeted Katherine Crane’s enigmatical figure of speech. Campfire Girls at Twin Lakes The Quest of a Summer Vacation He also accompanies his directions with various gesticulations and enigmatical expressions. Traditions of the North American Indians, Vol. 1 As I glanced up from reading this enigmatical message I saw Holmes chuckling at the expression upon my face. The Strand Magazine, Volume V, Issue 28, April 1893 An Illustrated Monthly She lived on mount Sphincius, infested the country about Thebes, and assaulted passengers, by proposing dark and enigmatical questions to them, which if they did not explain, she tore them in pieces. Roman Antiquities, and Ancient Mythology For Classical Schools (2nd ed) From time to time he tossed at the Nabob, across the table, sentences that were enigmatical to everybody. The Nabob, Volume 1 This rather enigmatical answer puzzled the not very quick-witted James, Jr., and his chin dropped. Campfire Girls at Twin Lakes The Quest of a Summer Vacation The same cold self-confidence as in him; the same clear penetrating glance as of steel; the same enigmatical smile on impressionable and also cold lips. The Argonauts His merits have been exaggerated for three reasons—first, his great age; secondly, 'the splendour of his official rank at the court of Weimar;' thirdly, 'his enigmatical and unintelligible writing.' Hours in a Library, Volume I. (of III.) He couldn't go away while the other man's plans remained enigmatical; but he wished he hadn't come. The Letter of the Contract With these enigmatical words, the Frenchman hurried out, fastening the tent flap after him and leaving me to reflect on the wild impulses of his wayward nature. Lords of the North The poem above given from beginning to end is figurative, a piece of far-fetched, enigmatical symbolism in the lower plane of human nature. Unwritten Literature of Hawaii The Sacred Songs of the Hula After I had pondered a moment over this strange and enigmatical proposition, I asked him whether the compositions were not to be played during those three years? A Popular History of the Art of Music From the Earliest Times Until the Present But Garth took her enigmatical echo for acquiescence, and laid his plans accordingly. The Great Amulet You grow more and more enigmatical," said Mrs. Orville, smiling; "my daughter has lost neither her health nor fair fame, as you express it. Eventide A Series of Tales and Poems Once more the enigmatical aspect of Elena's character occupied him, questions crowded in upon him tumultuously, persistently. The Child of Pleasure But imperfect knowledge is removed by the presence of perfect knowledge, as the clear "face-to-face" vision removes the enigmatical vision of faith, as is plain from 1 Cor. Summa Theologica, Part III (Tertia Pars) From the Complete American Edition It makes him hard to follow, oracular, and enigmatical. Critical Miscellanies, Vol. 1, Essay 5, Emerson It seemed to him to explain everything in Russian conditions that to the rest of the world appeared enigmatical. Essays on Scandinavian Literature The last sentence he thought a bit enigmatical, and he said to Briscoe afterward that, although strictly applicable, he did not quite know what he had meant by it. The Ordeal A Mountain Romance of Tennessee If she found the reply enigmatical she did not say so. The Heather-Moon Then he looked deeper, with what was still again a flutter of enigmatical fear about his heart, for that twin and ghostlike glow which had filled him with such precipitate terror. Phantom Wires A Novel "If I could take her to New York, I would take her farther," she remarked, hoping she was enigmatical. The Bostonians, Vol. I (of II) Then he remembered Steingall, and his enigmatical inquiries, and turned to the telephone. One Wonderful Night A Romance of New York All the world was still beclouded with mists, and the windows and doors looked forth on a blank white nullity—as inexpressive, as enigmatical, as the unwritten page of the unformulated future itself. The Ordeal A Mountain Romance of Tennessee I scarcely hope to find him here," was the enigmatical reply, "but I am almost certain that he is here. Brood of the Witch-Queen On like principles, the writings of Lucretius are not enigmatical, but easy of explanation. A Hero and Some Other Folks And it is he one encounters almost solely in the music of the third period, the enigmatical little pieces for orchestra and piano. Musical Portraits Interpretations of Twenty Modern Composers There was no explaining the conceit; it was just one of those whimsies which are alike plausible yet enigmatical. One Wonderful Night A Romance of New York Turning in doubt and dread from this enigmatical drawing, the daring intruder saw in the centre of the apartment a pedestal bearing a marble urn, in which lay a scroll of parchment. Historical Tales - The Romance of Reality - Volume VII "The Sages of Greece," says Pausanias, "never wrote otherwise than in an enigmatical manner, never naturally and directly." Morals and Dogma of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry For this failure is of such a nature, as, when detected. and fairly explained, will lead us to the solution of many dark and enigmatical histories, with which the mythology of Greece abounds. A New System; or, an Analysis of Antient Mythology. Volume I. They won over the ignorant vulgar by feats of legerdemain which passed for miracles, or excited their curiosity by enigmatical discourse. Secret Societies And Subversive Movements Take, by way of illustration, the enigmatical proverb, "He lets his hasty-pudding stand over night, hoping that it will learn to talk." Lippincott's Magazine of Popular Literature and Science, Volume 22. October, 1878. The gardener understood what she meant, and her father only half heard these mysterious words without pondering over their thoroughly enigmatical meaning. How Women Love (Soul Analysis) Her expression struck him as oddly enigmatical; meeting his glance, Plimmer reddened, her eyes dropped. The Uttermost Farthing The one that I select is at present one of the most enigmatical cases known, namely, the regeneration of the lens of the eye in the tadpoles of salamanders. Biology A lecture delivered at Columbia University in the series on Science, Philosophy and Art November 20, 1907 An enigmatical sentence of S. Paul's suggested the stigmata. Sketches and Studies in Italy and Greece, Third series In one place he wrote, "the sun does not move,"—only that enigmatical sentence and nothing more. The Age of the Reformation The lips of the women rested eagerly on his hand, while he gazed with enigmatical eyes at the line of graceful necks bowed before him. Woman Triumphant (La Maja Desnuda) The character of Belisarius, enigmatical enough in itself, is made by him more enigmatical still. Gibbon The Archdeacon's wife was, of course, to succumb, calling down blessings on the devoted stranger at her bedside, with the enigmatical smile which spoke of some sacred sorrow. Prisoners Fast Bound In Misery And Iron For a moment she did not reply, and he watched her face as one who would read an enigmatical page from the book of fate. The Mayor of Warwick When we consider the general impression concerning the increase of the currency immediately following the pillage of the Aztecs and Incas, the following statistics of the English mint are instructive, if they are not enigmatical. The Age of the Reformation Your question is as enigmatical as an ancient oracle. Daisy in the Field All this was rather enigmatical, but Ralph understood that he was not to ask any questions. Ralph Granger's Fortunes He jerked up his head with an enigmatical laugh. The Swindler and Other Stories The various possibilities that lay concealed behind his companion's enigmatical features were bewildering, and the subject was too delicate for further probing. The Mayor of Warwick My behaviour, in her presence, will be enigmatical, capricious, and morose. Arthur Mervyn Or, Memoirs of the Year 1793 Schiaparelli did not see the little moons that Hall discovered, and Hall did not perceive the enigmatical lines that Schiaparelli detected. Other Worlds Their Nature, Possibilities and Habitability in the Light of the Latest Discoveries It is evident that this "Altar" was a work of ingenuity, and intended to be enigmatical. History of English Humour, Vol. 1 With an Introduction upon Ancient Humour One letter, couched in somewhat enigmatical terms, was dated from Baltimore, and was explicit upon one point only—that it was the manifest will of Providence that Ida should marry him—S. M. Hudson. The Story of a Summer Or, Journal Leaves from Chappaqua For once the tables were turned, and it was he who appeared enigmatical. The Mayor of Warwick Gaunt, barren hills, wild, uncultivated levels, sombre valleys, inhabited only by grotesque enigmatical shadows that came from Heaven knows where, and hemmed us in on all sides. Animal Ghosts Or, Animal Hauntings and the Hereafter It took me two or three revolutions of my brain to perceive how this answer bore upon the question, and when I repeated it to Alister, his comment was almost as enigmatical. We and the World, Part II A Book for Boys Horace, not understanding her enigmatical words, regarded her gravely. From the Valley of the Missing The enigmatical figure of Kundry is not the impersonation of one woman, she is woman herself. The Evolution of Love His eclogues are in the style of Petrarch, obscure and enigmatical, and the subjects are muffled up under emblems and Greek names. The Sonnets, Triumphs, and Other Poems of Petrarch The only obstacles were the shadows—the strange, enigmatical shadows I had seen in the hall and passages, and the figure of the walker. Animal Ghosts Or, Animal Hauntings and the Hereafter Divinity has never spoken to us but in an enigmatical and mysterious way in the various religions which have been founded in the different regions of our globe. Superstition In All Ages (1732) Common Sense Through the entire day the girl was enigmatical both to Horace and to Ann. From the Valley of the Missing Thus we recognize at the first glance the giants that sprang from the brain of Michael Angelo, the enigmatical sirens of da Vinci, and those superhuman figures with which Raphael has peopled his immortal compositions. Great Pictures, As Seen and Described by Famous Writers These remarks were, of course, quite enigmatical to Gladys; but she felt cheered and comforted by the strong, kindly presence of the genial old lawyer. The Guinea Stamp A Tale of Modern Glasgow Suddenly, however, without rhyme or reason, little Madame Courtade became insupportable and enigmatical. The Works of Guy de Maupassant, Volume 4 She gave me an enigmatical glance, then cut a rose for me which was withered and worm-eaten. Arms and the Woman This ending, somewhat enigmatical to her, had yet recurred to her heart so often that she knew the words by heart. The Mormon Prophet The mouth, rather large, has that vague, enigmatical and delicious smile which da Vinci gives to all the faces of his women; faint malice mingles there with the expression of purity and kindness. Great Pictures, As Seen and Described by Famous Writers Of others the meaning is only hinted at in an enigmatical way; so that their interpretation is a matter of great difficulty and uncertainty. Companion to the Bible She, however, understood the ruse, and shot an enigmatical glance at him, that glance of treachery which so readily appears at the bottom of a woman's eyes. The Works of Guy de Maupassant, Volume 4 Thereupon the Captain wrote a second time, and told her in words somewhat enigmatical, but easily understood by her, his design. Strange Pages from Family Papers "That is either enigmatical or rude," she answered. A Prince of Sinners "It wouldn't surprise me," replied Diana, in an enigmatical voice that made both men smile. The Enchanted Canyon Some of the most beautiful and comprehensive of Bacon's Aphorisms were reduced to enigmatical nonsense. The Eclipse of Faith Or, A Visit To A Religious Sceptic Nothing else remained for the Count but to do the same thing, but his mind was in a perfect whirl, and he was quite incapable of explaining to himself the Princess's enigmatical behavior. The Works of Guy de Maupassant, Volume 4 An extraordinary man, whose position, from the absence of documentary evidence, remains to us in some degree enigmatical, appeared about this time, and was unquestionably to some extent connected with Jesus. The Life of Jesus This sounds enigmatical, yet you have read enough of my nature, as written in those random notes in my sketch-book, to guess, at least, how much I require. Short Story Classics (American) Vol. 2 Sometimes the women are enigmatical: one does not know if they are acting out of kindness or from duplicity. The Reminiscences of an Irish Land Agent Violet was getting enigmatical too, but he couldn't stand that. The Odds And Other Stories "Oh, has any one seen my 'waist'?" and "Do smooth my waterfall," were enigmatical exclamations of frequent occurrence. Bluebell A Novel An enigmatical form and a degree of oddness in connecting ideas were customary in the teachings of the doctors, as may be seen in the sentences of the Pirké Aboth. The Life of Jesus How am I to interpret your enigmatical conduct? Ellen Walton The Villain and His Victims The superstitious reverence paid to enigmatical utterances of this kind has long ago passed away; and, if any meaning ever attaches to them, it is apt to be sadly commonplace. Idolatry A Romance Neither did the eyes, which flashed in the youthful countenance, belong to the cool, earnest north; they were enigmatical eyes, dark as the night, and full of hot, passionate fire. The Northern Light I was unhappy,—in a mood that savoured of misanthropy; my fate was growing cross-grained, enigmatical. Uncle Max If they don't," replied Finigan, "the alternative is in no shape enigmatical. The Emigrants Of Ahadarra The Works of William Carleton, Volume Two "And a devilish enigmatical name it is," replied her son, "as is that of all her connections." The Evil Eye; Or, The Black Spector The Works of William Carleton, Volume One Not that I would feel very strongly disposed to do much for that enigmatical old grandfather of mine. The Black Baronet; or, The Chronicles Of Ballytrain The Works of William Carleton, Volume One Did he mean—" Johnny's enigmatical words rang in his ears; "I said to 'try again; nobody was cutting him out.' The Vehement Flame And still she smiled with that enigmatical, girlish smile, which was, perhaps, an ironical one. His Masterpiece Kate observed that, as before, much of their conversation was held aloof from her, or in such enigmatical phrases and whisperings, as rendered the substance of it perfectly inscrutable to her. The Emigrants Of Ahadarra The Works of William Carleton, Volume Two And when it had been told the high caste youth trembled in the ecstasy of his religion, amazed at the enlightenment thrown upon his own enigmatical life, uplifted at the task before him. Leonie of the Jungle It was, as he said, extremely enigmatical, whilst at the same time it contained evidences of that deplorable spirit which almost uniformly embitters so deeply the feuds which arise from domestic misconceptions. The Black Baronet; or, The Chronicles Of Ballytrain The Works of William Carleton, Volume One "Thank you," was his reply, and he put it on his finger, looking down at it with an enigmatical expression. An Unpardonable Liar We know almost nothing of Paul prior to his conversion, or subsequent to the enigmatical breaking off of the account of the beginnings of his work at Rome. An Outline of the History of Christian Thought Since Kant He was secretly confused over this enigmatical reception. A Splendid Hazard She had rested her knee on a bench, and she looked up at him now with bright, enigmatical eyes. One Man in His Time Perhaps it was the consciousness that he was using rather grandiloquent language in the wording of this enigmatical little speech, that caused the good professor to look so red and embarrassed. Bressant Mrs. Detlor bowed as gravely and replied in an enigmatical tone, "One is usually glad to meet one's countrymen in a strange land." An Unpardonable Liar Prompted by Trumbull, probably, Lincoln reviewed the shadowy history of the Toombs bill and Douglas's still more enigmatical connection with it. Stephen A. Douglas A Study in American Politics "Excuse me, if I ask an explanation of your enigmatical language; there is some hidden meaning, I well know." Inez A Tale of the Alamo He could discern pink and white and blue and gold; but the indeterminate shades, the subtleties and mysteries of charm were enigmatical to him. One Man in His Time All this, as the writer himself allows, is very enigmatical. Christianity and Islam in Spain (756-1031) But this extraordinary man, although alive, knew Death, and enigmatical, appalling, was his cursed knowledge. Famous Modern Ghost Stories And is not the monarch's character even more enigmatical than his career? The Cathedral The Glass of Supreme Moments is, perhaps, needlessly enigmatical, and Rural Simplicity, Concealed Art, and Two Poets, strike one as superfluously "unpleasant." Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 103, August 20, 1892 With which enigmatical remark, he wheeled and left her. The Keeper of the Door The young man stared at his companion an enigmatical instant, hesitating as to his reply. The Silent Places But the man under the spell of his enigmatical look heard no more the fountain and saw not the sky overhead. Famous Modern Ghost Stories It was enigmatical and it was sinister, but those austere and commanding faces were alive. The Cathedral I fancied all sorts of dangers in the enigmatical smile of the lank high-priest. Uncle Silas A Tale of Bartram-Haugh He leaves one at the most interesting point with an enigmatical reference to a man of a bygone age. A Daughter of the Snows Then the young man fell back from his elbow with an enigmatical snort. The Silent Places Thus seemingly ended the second life of him who for three days had been under the enigmatical sway of death, and rose miraculously from the dead. Famous Modern Ghost Stories Then quite unexpectedly he reappears in the New Testament, and what Saint Paul says of him in the Epistle to the Hebrews makes him more enigmatical than ever. The Cathedral The rise of this enigmatical people affords a striking example of the power of national feeling to uplift the downtrodden. The Development of the European Nations, 1870-1914 (5th ed.) A change passed over Gabriella's face, and drying her eyes, she looked down on Miss Polly with a lovely enigmatical smile. Life and Gabriella The Story of a Woman's Courage Elfrida was so much more original a person, Janet declared to herself, so—and when she hesitated for this word she usually said "enigmatical." A Daughter of To-Day The ugly, lined, enigmatical face was alive with excitement. The Empty House and Other Ghost Stories He was dumbfounded, so completely that he entirely overlooked many enigmatical things she said. The German Classics of the Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries, Volume 12 This gentleman, who is since dead, had always seemed to me somewhat of an enigmatical personage. South African Memories Social, Warlike & Sporting from Diaries Written at the Time She stopped and looked at him in that enigmatical way she had. The Uphill Climb He stopped his pipe down with his thumb, with an enigmatical expression. Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 152, February 7, 1917 "If you scrubbed mine fifty times over with those enigmatical proverbs of yours," said the Parson testily, "you would not make it any the wiser." International Miscellany of Literature, Art and Science, Vol. 1, No. 3, Oct. 1, 1850 It was sweet yet bitter; it repelled but at the same time pleased them; it was as perplexing as the voice—as enigmatical. The Sorcery Club Large or small?--large--with an enigmatical smile. Half A Chance Your friend, Mr. Blake, as your letters showed, was rather given to enigmatical statements. Westways She appeared, and told him that if he went to Sparta he would soon be relieved of all his troubles, an enigmatical sentence alluding, it is supposed, to his approaching death there. Plutarch's Lives, Volume II She refused, it seemed, to make herself absurd, though she encouraged the others to extravagance by nods and enigmatical smiles. Mr. Britling Sees It Through Surely that was an odd and enigmatical condition, entirely remote from the subject at issue? At a Winter's Fire "You never disappoint me, my lord," said Larpent, with his enigmatical smile. Charles Rex This seemed enigmatical, but Marcello understood the words to convey an affirmation. Whosoever Shall Offend The speeches, which were once so short as to be enigmatical, are now too long, too explanatory; they are sometimes rhetorical, and have more logic than life. Plays, Acting and Music A Book Of Theory The unfortunate brickfields were pelted again; it was enigmatical; that Mr. Rhodes should be reckoned "a brick," by Boers, was improbable; rumour had it that his blood was hungered for. The Siege of Kimberley He was a man of one tale—of a somewhat enigmatical character. The Amateur Poacher Soon, refreshments appeared:—green and yellow compounds, and divers enigmatical dainties; besides vegetable liqueurs of a strange and alarming flavor served in fragile little leaves, folded into cups, and very troublesome to handle. Mardi: and A Voyage Thither, Vol. II Was ever queen more enigmatical?" cried Media—"Love,—death,—joy, —fly to me? Mardi: and A Voyage Thither, Vol. I He told you about it more than a month ago and—" "David Kildare," said the major with an enigmatical smile, "what you need to see you through life is a wife. Andrew the Glad Their energy and enterprise betokened self-reliance; the will with which they used their picks and shovels was enigmatical to the British mind. The Siege of Kimberley I am not quite sure of that," replied Mustapha, with a stern look, in hopes of frightening the man into a compliance with his wishes—"there was something very enigmatical in those words. The Pacha of Many Tales And with that, the passage-way opened, and groping through the twilight, Yoomy obeyed the mandate, and retreated; full of vexation at his enigmatical reception. Mardi: and A Voyage Thither, Vol. II The strangers were three hooded damsels the enigmatical Queen Hautia's heralds. Mardi: and A Voyage Thither, Vol. I Confiding and harmless as children, we were blind to the enigmatical hatred which has to an appalling extent developed all around us. New York Times, Current History, Vol 1, Issue 1 From the Beginning to March, 1915 With Index Beyond that room is still another, to which one is not admitted, and where one sees glimpses of papa—an extremely enigmatical person! The Cook's Wedding and Other Stories "Yes and no, an enigmatical answer, but the only true one I can give," said Lafayette, turning to his companion and putting both hands upon his shoulders. The Light That Lures Sudden resistance on his part would have been enigmatical to Denning--or he must confess the state of affairs in the silent house he had just left. Out of the Ashes For this purpose, they formed secret societies, assumed new names, and employed an enigmatical language. The Revelation Explained They are more elaborate and enigmatical, and may have been only slightly known. The Life of Jesus of Nazareth There is another enigmatical person, auntie, who presented Grisha with a drum. The Cook's Wedding and Other Stories Antonyms: conviction, credulity, confidence, decision, assurance, belief, certainty. doubtful, a. unsettled, undetermined, dubious, wavering, precarious, undecided, irresolute; questionable, involved; ambiguous, enigmatical, problematical, equivocal, vague, indefinite. Putnam's Word Book Card's smile was enigmatical; his eyes were sad. Out of the Ashes There is nothing enigmatical, nothing befogged with a mist of words. Ten Reasons Proposed to His Adversaries for Disputation in the Name of the Faith and Presented to the Illustrious Members of Our Universities There were gems, too, and medallions and seals, to be examined, each enigmatical, and each blended by remembrances with some fair hour of her past life. Memoirs of Margaret Fuller Ossoli, Volume II How to describe and how to explain the part played, in the midst of all these catastrophes, by that enigmatical girl? The Teeth of the Tiger "I may not be talking about anything, and then I may be talking about a whole lot," was Stubbs' enigmatical response. The Boy Allies at Verdun Or, Saving France from the Enemy These enigmatical personages crowded everything else out of my mind as I walked into Colonel Z—— S——'s office…. Rescuing the Czar Two authentic Diaries arranged and translated At Barking, just within the old Abbey gate, I came upon an enigmatical illustration. In Search of Gravestones Old and Curious Browning's thought where it is most significant is often more or less enigmatical if taken by itself: its energetic gestures, unless we see what they are directed against, seem aimless beating the air. Robert Browning To the right, a rival even of Love in the affections of our enigmatical personage, a noble hound rubs himself affectionately against the stalwart legs of his master. The Later Works of Titian She understood no word of English, and, when spoken to, repeated an Indian phrase, enigmatical to all present. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 11, No. 65, March, 1863 |
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