mystify
|mys/ti/fy|
B2
/ˈmɪs.tɪ.faɪ/
causing confusion
Etymology
Etymology Information
'mystify' originates from the French word 'mystifier,' which is derived from 'mystère,' meaning 'mystery.'
Historical Evolution
'mystifier' transformed into the English word 'mystify' in the 19th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to make mysterious,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to bewilder or puzzle.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45