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mystique

mystical, mysterious

adjective mees-TEEK Rare
Mind & Emotions Values

Origin: Latin mysticus, from Greek mystikos (of secret rites)

Also means

having a spiritual or occult quality

Usage Note

Mystique can describe both a person radiating an otherworldly aura and a place or ritual with spiritual associations. As a noun (un mystique), it also refers to a mystic person. The related noun le mysticisme denotes the broader philosophical or religious current.

Examples

"Cette forêt a une atmosphère mystique."

Natural Translation

This forest has a mystical atmosphere.

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