Mystical
Relating to mysticism or to the spiritual, unseen, or inexplicable; having a mysterious, awe-inspiring quality that suggests the supernatural.
adjectiveMystical
Relating to mysticism or to the spiritual, unseen, or inexplicable; having a mysterious, awe-inspiring quality that suggests the supernatural.
adjectiveImagine This
Imagine walking into a moonlit temple where every carved symbol glows faintly. A soft breeze carries whispered prayers, and the air feels charged with secrets beyond ordinary understanding.
Sounds Like
MIS-ti-kuhl
Looks Like
Looks like the word 'mystic' with the -al suffix; visually resembles related terms like 'mystery' and 'mystic'.
Remember This
Mystical comes from Greek roots connected to secrets and initiation (mystikos), linking it to mystery and mystic concepts rather than mere puzzling or unknowns.
Other Forms
Note
Use mystical to describe spiritual, otherworldly, or secretive qualities. Do not misuse as a simple synonym for 'mysterious' in everyday, non-spiritual contexts. It is more formal or literary than everyday speech.