mystique
pronunciation
How to pronounce mystique in British English:
UK [mɪˈsti:k]
How to pronounce mystique in American English:
US [mɪˈstik]
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- Noun:
- an aura of heightened value or interest or meaning surrounding a person or thing
Word Origin
- mystique (n.)
- 1891, "atmosphere of mystery," from French mystique "a mystic; mystical," from Latin mysticus (see mystic (adj.)).
Example
- 1. Another part of that mystique has also suffered some scratches .
- 2. Buffett 's mystique remained intact until technology stocks became popular .
- 3. The mystique of the single vineyard or the inspired winemaker are already crucial to the images of most posh wines outside champagne .
- 4. They strip him of his mystique .
- 5. Ninja or not , he works to preserve his mystique .