Mystique
noun
An air of mystery and secrecy surrounding a person or thing, making them seem exciting and special.
There is a certain mystique about the film industry.
noun
A particular set of beliefs or ideas, or an understanding that is shared by a group of people, even though it may not be true or realistic.
The mystique of the family as a haven of love and kindness has been exploded.
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Academic
noun
An air of mystery and secrecy surrounding a person or thing, making them seem exciting and special.
There is a certain mystique about the film industry.
noun
A particular set of beliefs or ideas, or an understanding that is shared by a group of people, even though it may not be true or realistic.
The mystique of the family as a haven of love and kindness has been exploded.
Usage tips
Academic
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Emotional Allure
Implies enchantment, often with a sense of enigma that stirs curiosity or admiration.
The old castle's mystique drew tourists from around the world.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Phenomenon
Often linked to popular figures or trends that captivate society or a community.
The pop star's mystique is unmatched, intriguing fans with her private lifestyle.
Pro Tip 3/3Positive Connotation
Generally viewed as an attractive quality, adding depth and interest.
He maintained an air of mystique that made him irresistibly fascinating.
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Do Komodo Dragons Eat...
There's something that draws you to them. There's some, some sort of mystique about them. They're very, very impressive, an animal that's capable of taking down a large deer or buffalo. Has has ultimate respect from me. I like the fact that people are searching about dragons
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Wade Davis: Cultures at...
through time and ritual, forged a traditional mystique of the Earth that is based not on the idea of being self-consciously close to it, but on a far subtler the idea that the Earth itself can only exist because it is breathed into being by human consciousness.
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and is remembered as the “Mother of American Modernism.” Decades on, her work retains its wild energy— and O’Keeffe her personal mystique.
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Masters of Mixed Martial...
take the mystique of martial arts and the blitz of prizefighting and the training of elite level athletes
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Do Komodo Dragons Eat...
There's something that draws you to them. There's some, some sort of mystique about them. They're very, very impressive, an animal that's capable of taking down a large deer or buffalo. Has has ultimate respect from me. I like the fact that people are searching about dragons
Video examples
Wade Davis: Cultures at...
through time and ritual, forged a traditional mystique of the Earth that is based not on the idea of being self-consciously close to it, but on a far subtler the idea that the Earth itself can only exist because it is breathed into being by human consciousness.
Video examples
How to see more and care...
and is remembered as the “Mother of American Modernism.” Decades on, her work retains its wild energy— and O’Keeffe her personal mystique.
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Masters of Mixed Martial...
take the mystique of martial arts and the blitz of prizefighting and the training of elite level athletes
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MF Doom
English Musician
The 'Doom' thing is to be able to come at things with a different point of view. I decided the mask would just add to the mystique of the character as well as make Doom stand out. I though it'd be an easy way for people to see and differentiate between characters, sorta like when an actor gains weight for a role.
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Stan Lee
American Writer
Because I've spent most of my life with such a beautiful, talented, challenging female, I feel I've gained - and am still gaining - a great deal of knowledge about the feminine mystique and about personal relationships - knowledge which is so important to a writer.
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Ken Marino
American Actor
It's absolutely surprising to me how well 'The State' has held up as far as people liking it and having fond memories of it, considering it's a sketch show. I think one of the things that helped its mystique is, it never came out on DVD or video or whatever.
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Shawn Michaels
American Wrestler
The wrestling world is unique. There are things that happened, and there are things that didn't happen, but in wrestling, you just say they all happened. Some of it's fun to let stay out there - it adds to the mystique and wrestling lore.
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FKA twigs
British Musician
I think we live in a culture where it is really difficult to get privacy because everything is so accessible. It's very difficult to maintain your comfortable life with a sort of mystique.
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Kevin McCloud
British Designer
If I welcomed people into my lovely home every week in the pages of a magazine, they'd soon see how incredibly dull it is. It's important to maintain a bit of mystique.
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Sidney Altman
Canadian Scientist
The mystique associated with the bomb, the role that scientists played in it, and its general importance could not fail to impress even a six-year old.
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Garrett Morris
American Comedian
I happen to dig being able to use whatever mystique I have to further the idea of peace.
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Ginuwine
American Actor
I like to keep some things secret. Otherwise, there's no mystique about you.
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Joan Jett
American Musician
I think it's important to have mystique.
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MF Doom
English Musician
The 'Doom' thing is to be able to come at things with a different point of view. I decided the mask would just add to the mystique of the character as well as make Doom stand out. I though it'd be an easy way for people to see and differentiate between characters, sorta like when an actor gains weight for a role.
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Stan Lee
American Writer
Because I've spent most of my life with such a beautiful, talented, challenging female, I feel I've gained - and am still gaining - a great deal of knowledge about the feminine mystique and about personal relationships - knowledge which is so important to a writer.
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Ken Marino
American Actor
It's absolutely surprising to me how well 'The State' has held up as far as people liking it and having fond memories of it, considering it's a sketch show. I think one of the things that helped its mystique is, it never came out on DVD or video or whatever.
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Shawn Michaels
American Wrestler
The wrestling world is unique. There are things that happened, and there are things that didn't happen, but in wrestling, you just say they all happened. Some of it's fun to let stay out there - it adds to the mystique and wrestling lore.
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FKA twigs
British Musician
I think we live in a culture where it is really difficult to get privacy because everything is so accessible. It's very difficult to maintain your comfortable life with a sort of mystique.
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Kevin McCloud
British Designer
If I welcomed people into my lovely home every week in the pages of a magazine, they'd soon see how incredibly dull it is. It's important to maintain a bit of mystique.
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Sidney Altman
Canadian Scientist
The mystique associated with the bomb, the role that scientists played in it, and its general importance could not fail to impress even a six-year old.
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Garrett Morris
American Comedian
I happen to dig being able to use whatever mystique I have to further the idea of peace.
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Ginuwine
American Actor
I like to keep some things secret. Otherwise, there's no mystique about you.
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Joan Jett
American Musician
I think it's important to have mystique.
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