Pronunciation: /ˈmɪs.tə.faɪ/
verb to perplex or confuse someone
A1 The magician's tricks mystify the audience.
A2 The complex instructions on the manual mystified the new employee.
B1 The scientific theory continues to mystify researchers around the world.
B2 The unexpected plot twist in the movie mystified even the most seasoned film critics.
C1 The ancient hieroglyphics still mystify archaeologists despite years of study.
C2 The enigmatic painting by the famous artist continues to mystify art historians.
adjective causing confusion or bewilderment
A1 The magic trick mystified the children.
A2 The complex instructions on the package mystified her.
B1 The scientific theory continues to mystify experts in the field.
B2 The artist's abstract paintings mystify critics and art enthusiasts alike.
C1 The ancient manuscript still mystifies historians, despite years of research.
C2 The enigmatic smile of the Mona Lisa continues to mystify art historians and admirers.
formal The complex scientific theory continues to mystify even the most seasoned researchers.
informal I'm completely mystified by the ending of that movie.
slang I have no idea what she's saying, she always mystifies me with her slang.
figurative Her enigmatic smile never fails to mystify those around her.
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