mystical

/ˈmɪstɪkl/ (bre, ipa) · /ˈmɪstɪkl/ (ame, ipa) · /ˈmi-sti-kəl/ (ame, mw)

mystical — adjective

  • mysticalpositive
  • more mysticalcomparative
  • most mysticalsuperlative

1. connected with a type of deep religious experience in which a person feels a dir

1.形容詞B2
釋義

connected with a type of deep religious experience in which a person feels a direct closeness to God or discovers hidden spiritual truths beyond ordinary understanding.

例句

The monks spent years in meditation, seeking a mystical union with the divine.

mystical + noun (union with the divine)

Élise described her experience in the old chapel as deeply mystical and life-changing.

predicative use: be + deeply mystical

同義詞
  • spiritual

    broader term; 'spiritual' can refer to any non-material aspect of life, while 'mystical' specifically suggests hidden or direct divine experience

  • transcendent

    more formal; emphasises going beyond ordinary limits of experience

  • otherworldly

    suggests a sense of belonging to another realm rather than structured religious practice

  • religious

    broader and more general; 'mystical' is a specific type of religious experience centred on direct union with the divine

反義詞
  • material

    relating to physical rather than spiritual reality

  • secular

    not connected with religious or spiritual matters

文法句型

mystical + noun (experience, union, vision, practice)

be + mystical

用法筆記

Frequently modifies nouns related to religious or spiritual experience (union, vision, practice, tradition). Distinguish from sense 2: sense 1 focuses on spiritual devotion and divine connection, whereas sense 2 describes strange or magical forces outside organised religion.

常見錯誤

❌The dark forest gave him a mystical feeling of being watched.
✅The dark forest gave him a mysterious feeling of being watched.
💡'mystical' implies spiritual or religious depth, not just uncertainty or unease.
❌She read a book about mystical spells and potions.
✅She read a book about magical spells and potions.
💡Use 'magical' for spells and potions; 'mystical' is about hidden spiritual meaning.

2. relating to strange or magical forces that seem impossible to explain using ordi

2.形容詞B2
釋義

relating to strange or magical forces that seem impossible to explain using ordinary knowledge, often creating a sense of wonder or fear.

例句

Local legends tell of a mystical forest where strange lights appear at night.

mystical + noun (forest)

Camila bought a small statue that she believed held mystical powers to protect her home.

mystical + noun (powers)

同義詞
  • magical

    more direct about supernatural agency; 'magical' often implies spells or enchantment, while 'mystical' is vaguer and more atmospheric

  • mysterious

    broader term for anything unknown; 'mysterious' does not necessarily suggest supernatural forces

  • supernatural

    more emphatic about being beyond the laws of nature

  • occult

    specifically suggests hidden or secret knowledge, often with a darker connotation

反義詞
  • ordinary

    normal and easily understood

  • natural

    occurring in the usual course of nature, not involving magic

  • rational

    based on reason rather than magic or mystery

文法句型

mystical + noun (powers, creature, energy, force)

be + mystical

用法筆記

Common in fantasy, folklore, and supernatural storytelling. Often describes objects, places, or beings thought to possess unexplained powers. Distinguish from sense 1: sense 2 does not require a religious or devotional framework — the source of the mystery can be secular or fictional.

常見錯誤

❌The scientist could not explain the mystical result of the experiment.
✅The scientist could not explain the mysterious result of the experiment.
💡Use 'mysterious' for ordinary puzzles or unknown causes; 'mystical' implies magic or supernatural forces.
❌He had a mystical feeling that someone was following him.
✅He had a strange feeling that someone was following him.
💡'Mystical' is too strong for ordinary intuition or suspicion.