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mystically

|mys-ti-cal-ly|

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/ˈmɪstɪkli/

(mystical)

spiritual mystery

Base FormAdverb
mysticalmystically
Etymology
Etymology Information

'mystically' originates from the Greek word 'mystikos,' where 'mystikos' meant 'secret' or 'mystical.'

Historical Evolution

'mystikos' transformed into the Latin word 'mysticus,' and eventually became the modern English word 'mystical,' from which 'mystically' is derived.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'pertaining to mysteries or secret rites,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'in a mysterious or spiritual manner.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adverb 1

in a manner that is mysterious or beyond ordinary understanding.

The forest was mystically beautiful in the moonlight.

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Last updated: 2025/07/01 16:48