Mysteriously

/mɪˈstɪəriəsli/

Meaning & Definition

adverb

In a way that is difficult or impossible to understand or explain.

The lights in the old mansion flickered mysteriously, even though there was no one around.

In a manner that suggests hidden meaning or significance.

She smiled mysteriously, leaving everyone wondering what she was truly thinking.

In a way that evokes curiosity or intrigue due to obscurity.

The journal entries ended mysteriously, with no explanation for the writer's abrupt departure.

In an elusive or puzzling manner.

The cat disappeared from the yard mysteriously, as if it had never been there at all.

In a way that is not clearly understood or known.

He received a mysteriously coded message without any indication of the sender.

From the word 'mysterious', combined with the adverbial suffix '-ly'.

mysteriously absent

Not present in a way that raises questions or concerns.

mysteriously lost

Lost in a way that cannot be easily explained.

mysteriously appearing

Showing up unexpectedly and without explanation.

mystery

A thing that is difficult or impossible to understand or explain.

mysterious

Difficult or impossible to understand, explain, or identify.

mystique

A fascinating aura of mystery, awe, and power surrounding someone or something.