Cryptically (Adverb)
Meaning
In a cryptic manner; "`we will meet again', he said cryptically".
Examples
- The mysterious stranger spoke cryptically, leaving us with more questions than answers.
- She mentioned the surprise party cryptically, careful not to give away the details.
- The ancient prophecy was interpreted by many, but it always seemed to speak cryptically.
- John nodded at me and said, "I'll be watching," cryptically, and walked away.
- The poet's words spoke cryptically to our generation's struggle and search for meaning.