Pronunciation: /ˈmɪstəri/
noun something that is difficult or impossible to understand or explain
A1 The children solved the mystery of the missing cookies.
A2 The detective was determined to unravel the mystery surrounding the old mansion.
B1 The mystery novel kept me on the edge of my seat until the very end.
B2 The disappearance of the famous actress remains a mystery to this day.
C1 The scientist dedicated his life to solving the mysteries of the universe.
C2 The ancient artifact held the key to unlocking the mysteries of an ancient civilization.
adjective characterized by or involving mystery
A1 The mystery box was full of surprises.
A2 The mystery novel kept me guessing until the end.
B1 The detective was determined to solve the mystery of the missing painting.
B2 The scientist was intrigued by the mystery surrounding the ancient artifact.
C1 The mystery surrounding the disappearance of the hiker deepened as more clues were uncovered.
C2 The author's latest novel was hailed as a masterpiece of mystery fiction.
formal The detective was determined to solve the mystery surrounding the missing artifact.
informal I love reading mystery novels because they always keep me guessing.
slang That movie was a total mystery - I had no idea what was going on!
figurative Her enigmatic smile added to the mystery of her personality.
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