mystical

[ˈmɪstɪkl̩]
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Something mystical is often mysterious and hard to understand, but in a good way. It's usually connected to feelings or experiences that are special and not completely explainable.

When people talk about something being mystical, they often mean it has a spiritual or magical quality. They might say something like "I had a mystical experience when I watched the sunrise over the ocean," meaning it was really beautiful and left them feeling calm and inspired. Others use the word to describe mysterious events or places that seem almost supernatural, like ancient ruins or old forests with strange sounds at night. In some cases, people refer to mystical practices, such as meditation or yoga, which are meant to help them connect with their inner selves. The idea is that these activities allow us to access deeper levels of understanding and awareness that might be beyond everyday reasoning.

How common is "mystical"?

Word mystical is considered uncommon in modern English.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.
Definitions

adjective

  • Relating to mystics or mysticism.

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