1. The practice of sending messages that are intentionally obscure, mysterious, or encoded in a way that requires interpretation to understand their true meaning
The detective analyzed the cryptic messaging found in the suspect's emails.
O detetive analisou as mensagens cifradas encontradas nos e-mails do suspeito.
2. Communication using coded language, hidden symbols, or ambiguous expressions to conceal information from unintended recipients
During the Cold War, spies relied on cryptic messaging to communicate secretly.
Durante a Guerra Fria, espiões confiavam em mensagens cifradas para se comunicarem secretamente.