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mystic definition

mys·tic (mis′tik)

adjective

  1. of mysteries, or esoteric rites or doctrines
  2. mystical
  3. of obscure or occult character or meaning mystic powers
  4. beyond human comprehension; mysterious or enigmatic
  5. filling one with wonder or awe
  6. having magic power

Etymology: ME mistik < L mysticus < Gr mystikos, belonging to secret rites < mystēs, one initiated: see mystery

noun

  1. a person initiated into esoteric mysteries
  2. a believer in mysticism; specif., one who professes to undergo mystical experiences and so to comprehend intuitively truths beyond human understanding

Webster's New World College Dictionary Copyright © 2009 by Wiley Publishing, Inc., Cleveland, Ohio.
Used by arrangement with John Wiley & Sons, Inc.

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