mystique
word
/mɪˈstik/
mi-STEEK
/mɪstˈiːk/
mi-STEEK
Definition
A special, mysterious quality that makes someone or something seem different, powerful, or fascinating.
Usage & Nuances
Usually used in formal or literary contexts. Common with people, places, or things that inspire curiosity or admiration: 'the mystique of Hollywood', 'her mystique'. Not typically used for ordinary situations or objects.
Spanish: mística - aura misteriosaPortuguese (BR): mística - aura misteriosaPortuguese (PT): mística - aura misteriosaChinese (Simplified): 神秘色彩 - 神秘感Chinese (Traditional): 神祕色彩 - 神祕感Hindi: रहस्यपूर्णता - जादुई आकर्षणArabic: هالة غامضة - سحر غامضBengali: রহস্যময়তা - আকর্ষণীয় রহস্যRussian: мистика - загадочность - таинственностьJapanese: 神秘性 - ミスティークVietnamese: sự huyền bí - nét bí ẩnKorean: 신비함 - 미스틱Turkish: gizem - esrarUrdu: رعنائی - پراسرار فضاIndonesian: misteri - aura khusus
Example Sentences
There is a certain mystique about the old castle.
basic
Many people are drawn to the mystique of magic tricks.
basic
The artist's mystique makes her paintings even more valuable.
basic
The chef has a mystique that sets her apart from the rest.
natural
Part of the band's mystique is never showing their faces in public.
natural
Traveling alone gives the journey a certain mystique.
natural