mystic
/ˈmɪstɪk/ (bre, ipa) · [mˈɪstɪk] /ˈmɪstɪk/ (ame, ipa) · [mˈɪstɪk] /ˈmi-stik/ (ame, mw) · /ˈmɪs.tɪk/ (bre, ipa) · [mˈɪstɪk] /ˈmɪs.tɪk/ (ame, ipa)
mystic — 形容詞
- mysticpositive
- more mysticcomparative
- most mysticsuperlative
1. describing magic, hidden powers, or a dark and wonder-filled feeling that seems
魔幻的
與魔法或祕密力量有關
describing magic, hidden powers, or a dark and wonder-filled feeling that seems beyond ordinary life.
Caleb bought a mystic charm from a candle shop near the harbor.
Caleb 在港邊的一家蠟燭店買了一個帶有魔力的護符。
mystic charm — magical object collocation
Purple smoke gave the stage a mystic look during the school play.
紫色煙霧讓舞台在校內戲劇演出時帶有魔幻感。
give something a mystic look
A mystic symbol was painted above the old gate in silver ink.
古老大門上方用銀墨畫著一個神祕符號。
The market sells mystic cards, crystals, and oils for private rituals.
那個市集販售神祕卡牌、水晶和供私人儀式使用的油。
- ordinary
lacks any supernatural or special atmosphere
- nonmagical
states directly that no magic is involved
文法句型
mystic + noun (charm, symbol, power)
have a mystic + quality/look
用法筆記
Usually appears before nouns such as charm, symbol, or power. Unlike sense 2, it points to occult force or magical atmosphere rather than spiritual teaching or union with God.
常見錯誤
2. connected with the belief that hidden spiritual truth can be reached through dee
神祕主義的
與靈性合一信念有關
connected with the belief that hidden spiritual truth can be reached through deep prayer, insight, or union with God.
Arjun studies mystic poems that describe the soul's journey toward God.
Arjun 研讀描述靈魂走向上帝之路的神祕主義詩作。
mystic poems — spiritual-literary context
The retreat center offers mystic teachings on silence, prayer, and inner peace.
這間靜修中心提供神祕主義的教導，內容圍繞沉默、祈禱與內在平靜。
mystic teachings — religious instruction collocation
A museum guide explained the mystic meaning behind the temple painting.
博物館導覽員解釋那幅廟宇畫作背後的神祕主義意涵。
Tariro joined a class on mystic traditions in medieval Spain.
Tariro 參加了一門介紹中世紀西班牙神祕主義傳統的課。
- mystical
the more common modern adjective, very close in meaning
- spiritual
broader and less tied to hidden religious truths
- contemplative
focuses on inward reflection rather than secret spiritual knowledge
文法句型
mystic + noun (poem, teaching, tradition)
mystic meaning of + noun
用法筆記
Often modifies words like teaching, poem, meaning, or tradition. Unlike sense 1, this sense is about spiritual understanding and religious experience, not spells, charms, or magical objects.
mystic — 名詞
- mysticsingular
- mysticsplural
1. a person who seeks direct closeness to God or spiritual truth through prayer, vi
神祕主義者
透過祈禱追求與神合一的人
a person who seeks direct closeness to God or spiritual truth through prayer, visions, or intense inner experience.
Esteban read the letters of a medieval mystic before writing his essay.
Esteban 在寫論文前讀了一位中世紀神祕主義者的書信。
letters of a medieval mystic
The film follows a young mystic who leaves home to pray alone.
這部電影描寫一名年輕神祕主義者離家獨自祈禱。
a mystic who + verb
Evelyn called her aunt a mystic because she spent hours in silent prayer.
Evelyn 說她的阿姨是位神祕主義者，因為她常長時間靜默祈禱。
A local mystic spoke to visitors about visions, fasting, and mercy.
一位當地的神祕主義者向訪客談論異象、禁食與憐憫。
- spiritual seeker
broader and more modern, with less religious weight
- ascetic
emphasizes self-denial more than direct spiritual insight
- visionary
emphasizes unusual insight or visions, not prayerful discipline itself
- materialist
focuses on physical or practical reality rather than spiritual truth
- skeptic
questions spiritual claims instead of pursuing them
文法句型
a mystic who + verb
medieval/Christian/Sufi + mystic
用法筆記
Often refers to a historical or religious figure known for prayer, visions, or inward discipline. It suggests a serious path of devotion, not just a general interest in calm living or personal growth.