cryptically

Variant of cryptic

cryptic Definition

cryp·tic (krip′tik)

adjective

1. having a hidden or ambiguous meaning; mysterious; baffling a cryptic comment
2. obscure and curt in expression
Zool. serving to conceal, as the form or coloring of certain animals

Etymology: LL crypticus < Gr kryptikos < kryptos: see crypt

Also cryptical cryp′·ti·cal

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