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mystify
[ mis-tuh-fahy ]
verb (used with object)
- to perplex, puzzle, or baffle; defy the understanding of:
The judge's decision in this case completely mystifies me, given all the evidence.
- to perplex (a person) by playing upon their ignorance, gullibility, or naiveté; bewilder purposely:
It's the perfect propaganda to mystify and demoralize voters.
Synonyms: , , ,
- to involve in mystery or obscurity:
These vague terms serve only to further mystify the concept for readers.
mystify
/ ˈɪɪˌڲɪ /
verb
- to confuse, bewilder, or puzzle
- to make mysterious or obscure
Derived Forms
- ˈپˌڲ⾱Բ, adverb
- ˈپˌڲ⾱Բ, adjective
- ˌپھˈپDz, noun
- ˈپˌھ, noun
Other 51Թ Forms
- ·پ·ھ··پDz [mis-t, uh, -fi-, key, -sh, uh, n], noun
- ·پ·ھ· adverb
- ·پ·ھ· noun
- ·پ·ڲ·Բ· adverb
- ···پ·ڲ verb (used with object) overmystified overmystifying
- ܲ··پ·ھ adjective
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of mystify1
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of mystify1
Example Sentences
Unlike most post-“Parasite” satires, “Common Side Effects” encourages its viewers to think about its themes in new and mystifying ways.
“It may mystify some people, but there is such demand for these sorts of things,” Fyall said.
For many of the victims of serial abuser John Smyth, and likely many of you reading this, Welby's confessed failures are not just mystifying but deeply alarming.
"The lead artist on the project is from Seattle and was mystified by dry stone walls," says Ben.
The policeman he spoke to was “as mystified as I am,” he added.
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