mysterious

[mɪˈstɪəriəs]

mysterious Definition

• 1. difficult or impossible to understand, explain, or identify
• 2. having an atmosphere of strangeness or secrecy

Using mysterious: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "mysterious" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The disappearance of the plane remains a mysterious event.

• Example

  She has a mysterious aura about her that makes people curious.

• Example

  The old mansion had a mysterious and eerie vibe.

• Example

  He left behind a mysterious note with no explanation.

mysterious Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for mysterious

• enigmatic
• puzzling
• cryptic
• uncanny
• strange

Antonyms for mysterious

• clear
• obvious
• understandable

Phrases with mysterious

• mysterious stranger

  an unknown person who appears unexpectedly and has an air of secrecy or intrigue

  Example

  The town was abuzz with rumors about the mysterious stranger who arrived last night.

• mysterious circumstances

  a situation in which the cause or explanation is unknown or unclear

  Example

  The police are investigating the death of the businessman under mysterious circumstances.

• mysterious ways

  the idea that God works in ways that are beyond human understanding

  Example

  We may not understand why things happen, but we trust that God works in mysterious ways.

Origins of mysterious

from Latin 'mysterium', meaning 'secret rite or ceremony'

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Summary: mysterious in Brief

The term 'mysterious' [mɪˈstɪəriəs] refers to something that is difficult or impossible to understand, explain, or identify. It can also describe an atmosphere of strangeness or secrecy. Examples include 'The disappearance of the plane remains a mysterious event.' and 'The old mansion had a mysterious and eerie vibe.' Phrases like 'mysterious stranger' and 'mysterious circumstances' add to the sense of intrigue.