mysterious
Translation
mysterious, puzzling, secretive
Examples
She gave me a mysterious smile.
She gave me a mysterious smile.
A mysterious package arrived this morning.
A mysterious package arrived this morning.
Grammar Patterns
mysterious ((noun)) He received a mysterious letter.
Similar Words
Synonyms: puzzling, enigmatic, inexplicable; Antonyms: clear, obvious
Etymology
From 'mystery' plus the adjective-forming suffix '-ous'. 'Mystery' comes from Greek 'mysterion' (secret rite).
Memory Tips
Think of a mystery novel – it's full of *mysterious* clues.