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- [mi-steek]
- /mɪˈstik/
- /mɪˈstiːk/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [mi-steek]
- /mɪˈstik/
Definitions of mystique word
- noun mystique a framework of doctrines, ideas, beliefs, or the like, constructed around a person or object, endowing the person or object with enhanced value or profound meaning: the mystique of Poe. 1
- noun mystique an aura of mystery or mystical power surrounding a particular occupation or pursuit: the mystique of nuclear science. 1
- noun mystique A fascinating aura of mystery, awe, and power surrounding someone or something. 1
- noun mystique attractive aura of mystery 1
- singular noun mystique If there is a mystique about someone or something, they are thought to be special and people do not know much about them. 0
- noun mystique an aura of mystery, power, and awe that surrounds a person or thing 0
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Origin of mystique
First appearance:
before 1890 One of the 20% newest English words
1890-95; < French (adj.); see mystic
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Parts of speech for Mystique
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
mystique popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 78% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".
mystique usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for mystique
noun mystique
- magic — the art of producing illusions as entertainment by the use of sleight of hand, deceptive devices, etc.; legerdemain; conjuring: to pull a rabbit out of a hat by magic.
- nature — has the X nature
- fascination — the power or action of fascinating.
- spell — a continuous course or period of work or other activity: to take a spell at the wheel.
- character — The character of a person or place consists of all the qualities they have that make them distinct from other people or places.
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