Mystically: meaning, definitions and examples

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mystically

 

[ ˈmɪˈstɪkəli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

in a mysterious or enigmatic manner

In a way that suggests an aura of mystery or magic; in a manner that is inexplicable or beyond ordinary understanding.

Synonyms

enigmatically, magically, mysteriously, mystifyingly.

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Word Description / Examples
mystically

Use this word when referring to something that has a sense of spiritual, otherworldly, or magical significance.

  • He spoke mystically about the ancient rituals of his tribe
  • The forest seemed mystically enchanting under the moonlight
mysteriously

This word fits when describing something that is unknown or difficult to explain, often creating a sense of curiosity or suspense.

  • The lights in the sky mysteriously vanished
  • The door mysteriously opened on its own
enigmatically

This word is used to describe something or someone that is puzzling and hard to understand, often in a intriguing or secretive way.

  • She smiled enigmatically, leaving everyone guessing what she meant
  • The old manuscript was written enigmatically, with hidden codes and symbols
magically

Use this word to describe something that appears to be the result of magic, often evoking a sense of wonder or enchantment.

  • The magician made the rabbit disappear magically
  • The meadow was magically transformed with the first snowfall of winter
mystifyingly

Use this word to describe something that is baffling or confounding, causing confusion or perplexity.

  • The results of the experiment were mystifyingly inconsistent
  • He disappeared mystifyingly, leaving no traces behind

Examples of usage

  • She gazed at him mystically, as if she could see into his soul.
  • The old house stood mystically on top of the hill, surrounded by a dense fog.
  • The magician performed his tricks mystically, leaving the audience in awe.
  • I felt a mystical connection to the ancient ruins as I explored them.
  • The mystical atmosphere of the forest at night was both eerie and fascinating.

Translations

Translations of the word "mystically" in other languages:

🇵🇹 misticamente

🇮🇳 रहस्यमय ढंग से

🇩🇪 mystisch

🇮🇩 secara mistis

🇺🇦 містично

🇵🇱 mistycznie

🇯🇵 神秘的に (しんぴてきに)

🇫🇷 mystiquement

🇪🇸 místicamente

🇹🇷 mistik bir şekilde

🇰🇷 신비롭게

🇸🇦 بشكل غامض

🇨🇿 mysticky

🇸🇰 mysticky

🇨🇳 神秘地 (shénmì de)

🇸🇮 mistično

🇮🇸 dulrænt

🇰🇿 құпиялы түрде

🇬🇪 მისტიკურად

🇦🇿 mistik şəkildə

🇲🇽 místicamente

Etymology

The word 'mystically' originates from the adjective 'mystical', which comes from the Late Latin 'mysticus', meaning 'mystical, mystic, of mysteries', and from the Greek 'mystikos', meaning 'secret, mystic'. It has been used in English since the 17th century to describe something related to mysteries, magic, or the supernatural.

See also: mystical, mysticism.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #31,885 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.