Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mysterious
Adjective
/mɪˈstɪəriəs/
Definition
Something that is difficult or impossible to understand or explain.
Examples
- The old, abandoned house had a mysterious aura surrounding it.
- She received a mysterious letter with no return address.
- The scientist was drawn to the mysterious phenomena occurring in the forest.
Meaning
The term ‘mysterious’ refers to something that is shrouded in uncertainty or secrecy, eliciting curiosity and wonder.
Synonyms
- enigmatic
- unknown
- inscrutable
- cryptic
- puzzling
