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SPHINX Synonyms

There are 4 synonyms of the word sphinx. (exact relations)
There are 9 hypernyms of the word sphinx. (close relations)
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sphinxlike

Best Alternative Words for SPHINX

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enigma
nounn
noun

• something that baffles understanding and cannot be explained

• a difficult problem

mystery
nounn
noun

• something that baffles understanding and cannot be explained

• a story about a crime (usually murder) presented as a novel or play or movie

puzzle
nounn
noun

• a particularly baffling problem that is said to have a correct solution

• a game that tests your ingenuity

verb

• be a mystery or bewildering to

• be uncertain about; think about without fully understanding or being able to decide

riddle
nounn
noun

• a difficult problem

• a coarse sieve (as for gravel)

verb

• pierce with many holes

• set a difficult problem or riddle

• separate with a riddle, as grain from chaff

• spread or diffuse through

• speak in riddles

• explain a riddle

Best Hypernyms For SPHINX

Here is a list of related hypernyms for sphinx, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (7)
individual mortal person somebody someone soul statue
Phrases (2)
mythical creaturemythical monster

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