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- [mis-tuh-fahy]
- /ˈmɪs təˌfaɪ/
- /ˈmɪs.tɪ.faɪ/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [mis-tuh-fahy]
- /ˈmɪs təˌfaɪ/
Definitions of mystifying word
- verb with object mystifying to perplex (a person) by playing upon the person's credulity; bewilder purposely. 1
- verb with object mystifying to involve in mystery or obscurity. 1
- noun mystifying Unusual. 1
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Origin of mystifying
First appearance:
before 1805 One of the 41% newest English words
1805-15; < French mystifier, equivalent to mysti- (irregular combining form of mystique mystic or mystère mystery1) + -fier -fy
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Parts of speech for Mystifying
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mystifying popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 68% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 52% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
mystifying usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for mystifying
adj mystifying
- cryptic — A cryptic remark or message contains a hidden meaning or is difficult to understand.
- perplexing — to cause to be puzzled or bewildered over what is not understood or certain; confuse mentally: Her strange response perplexed me.
- puzzling — confusing or baffling: a puzzling answer.
- unnatural — contrary to the laws or course of nature.
- secretive — secretory.
adjective mystifying
- mysterious — full of, characterized by, or involving mystery: a mysterious occurrence.
- confusing — Something that is confusing makes it difficult for people to know exactly what is happening or what to do.
- enigmatic — Difficult to interpret or understand; mysterious.
- stupefying — to put into a state of little or no sensibility; benumb the faculties of; put into a stupor.
- equivocal — Open to more than one interpretation; ambiguous.
Antonyms for mystifying
adj mystifying
- obvious — easily seen, recognized, or understood; open to view or knowledge; evident: an obvious advantage.
- intelligible — capable of being understood; comprehensible; clear: an intelligible response.
- comprehensible — Something that is comprehensible can be understood.
- known — past participle of know1 .
- clear — Something that is clear is easy to understand, see, or hear.
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