mysterious
Pronunciation: [mɪˈstɪəriəs]
Word
Context: "unknown"
(adjective) when something is strange or hard to understand. It makes you curious and wonder what is going on. Things that are mysterious keep secrets that we want to know.
Example
The old castle looked mysterious at night with its dark shadows and flickering lights.
Example
The answer to the riddle was not mysterious at all; it was easy to figure out.
Example
What is the mysterious sound we heard in the forest?
Context: "intrigue"
(adjective) when something captures your attention because it has hidden depths or secrets. It makes you want to learn more about it and find out the truth.
Example
The novel was full of mysterious characters whose true motives were not revealed until the end.
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The movie was not mysterious; it was very straightforward and easy to follow.
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What makes that painting so mysterious?
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