mysterious
Meaning
The word "mysterious" describes something that is difficult to understand or explain, often evoking curiosity or intrigue.
💡 A common mistake is using "mysterious" to describe something simply unknown; it implies an element of intrigue or complexity.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
I
walked
into
the
quiet
harbor
as
the
sun
was
setting
and
noticed
a
mysterious
light
near
the
old
pier
.
The
fishermen
were
packing
their
nets
,
but
nobody
could
explain
where
the
light
came
from
.
I
decided
to
walk
closer
and
felt
the
cool
sea
breeze
on
my
face
while
small
waves
touched
the
stones
.
A
child
pointed
at
a
small
boat
and
said
it
had
arrived
without
any
sound
,
which
made
everyone
curious
.
We
all
stood
for
a
few
minutes
,
watching
,
and
then
the
light
slowly
went
out
.
Common Phrases
mysterious circumstances
mysterious disappearance
mysterious figure
Synonyms
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