1. Relating to or characteristic of Orpheus or Orphism; having a magical, enchanting, or spellbinding quality
Usage: Often capitalized when referring directly to Orpheus or ancient Orphic religion; Commonly used in literary and artistic contexts
2. Mysterious, obscure, or difficult to understand; cryptic
Usage: Less common usage; often literary

Examples

• The singer's orphic voice held the audience in complete silence.
• The poet created an orphic atmosphere with mysterious imagery and haunting rhythms.
• Her orphic charm seemed to draw everyone into her circle.
• The ancient texts contained orphic wisdom that scholars still struggle to interpret.
• The musician's orphic melodies transported listeners to another world.
• He spoke in orphic riddles that few could decipher.