Mistery vs. Mystery: What's the Difference?
Edited by Sumera Saeed || By Sawaira Riaz || Updated on September 28, 2023
"Mistery" is an incorrect spelling, while "Mystery" is the correct spelling, referring to something that is unknown or puzzling.
Which is correct: Mistery or Mystery
How to spell Mystery?
Mistery is Incorrect
Mystery is Correct
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Key Differences
Remember "Mystery" has the word "story" embedded, without the 's'.
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Think of "My story" to remember "Mystery."
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Recall common terms like "mystery novel" or "mystery genre."
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Associate the word with famous mystery authors like Agatha Christie.
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Visualize a detective solving a "mystery," not a "mistery."
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Mistery and Mystery Definitions
Mystery
Something that is unknown or not understood.
The disappearance remains a mystery.
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Mystery
One that is not fully understood or that baffles or eludes the understanding; an enigma
How he got in is a mystery.
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Mystery
One whose identity is unknown and who arouses curiosity
The woman in the photograph is a mystery.
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Mystery
Something that is a secret
“From the first, some private trouble weighed on his mind, and since he chose to make a mystery of its cause, a biographer is bound to respect his wish” (Henry Adams).
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Mystery
A work of fiction, such as a novel or a movie, that has a story centered around solving a puzzling crime or mysterious event.
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Mystery
A nonfictional account of a puzzling crime or mysterious event presented in the manner of a mystery.
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Mystery
A religious cult practicing secret rites to which only initiates are admitted.
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Mystery
A religious truth that is incomprehensible to reason and knowable only through divine revelation.
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Mystery
An incident from the life of Jesus, especially the Incarnation, Passion, Crucifixion, or Resurrection, of particular importance for redemption.
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Mystery
One of the 15 incidents from the lives of Jesus or the Blessed Virgin Mary, such as the Annunciation or the Ascension, serving in Roman Catholicism as the subject of meditation during recitation of the rosary.
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Mystery
Often mysteries The skills, lore, or practices that are peculiar to a particular activity or group and are regarded as the special province of initiates
The mysteries of Freemasonry.
The mysteries of cooking game.
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Mystery
Something secret or unexplainable; an unknown.
The truth behind the events remains a mystery.
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Mystery
Someone or something with an obscure or puzzling nature.
That man is a mystery.
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Mystery
A religious truth not understandable by the application of human reason alone (without divine aid).
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Mystery
A secret religious celebration, admission to which was usually through initiation.
The Eleusinian mysteries
The Mysteries of Mithras
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Mystery
(Catholicism) A particular event or series of events in the life of Christ.
The second decade of the Rosary concerns the Sorrowful mysteries, such as the crucifixion and the crowning with thorns.
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Mystery
A profound secret; something wholly unknown, or something kept cautiously concealed, and therefore exciting curiosity or wonder; something which has not been or can not be explained; hence, specifically, that which is beyond human comprehension.
We speak the wisdom of God in a mystery.
If God should please to reveal unto us this great mystery of the Trinity, or some other mysteries in our holy religion, we should not be able to understand them, unless he would bestow on us some new faculties of the mind.
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Mystery
A kind of secret religious celebration, to which none were admitted except those who had been initiated by certain preparatory ceremonies; - usually plural; as, the Eleusinian mysteries.
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Mystery
A trade; a handicraft; hence, any business with which one is usually occupied.
Fie upon him, he will discredit our mystery.
And that which is the noblest mysteryBrings to reproach and common infamy.
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Mystery
A dramatic representation of a Scriptural subject, often some event in the life of Christ; a dramatic composition of this character; as, the Chester Mysteries, consisting of dramas acted by various craft associations in that city in the early part of the 14th century.
"Mystery plays," so called because acted by craftsmen.
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Mystery
Something that baffles understanding and cannot be explained;
How it got out is a mystery
It remains one of nature's secrets
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Mystery
A story about a crime (usually murder) presented as a novel or play or movie
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Mystery
A genre of fiction or drama that involves solving a crime.
She loves reading mystery novels.
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Mystery
A religious truth known only through divine revelation.
The mysteries of faith are profound.
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Mystery
An event or situation that is difficult to fully understand.
The ancient ruins hold many mysteries.
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Mystery
A person or thing that arouses curiosity or wonder due to being unexplained.
The identity of the benefactor remains a mystery.
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FAQs
What is the verb form of Mystery?
There isn't a direct verb form of "mystery." However, "mystify" is a related verb.
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Why is it called Mystery?
The term "Mystery" originates from Latin "mysterium" and Greek "mysterion," meaning secret or secret rite.
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Which preposition is used with Mystery?
"Of" is often used, as in "mystery of."
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Is Mystery an abstract noun?
Yes, "Mystery" is an abstract noun as it refers to a concept or idea.
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Is Mystery a negative or positive word?
"Mystery" is neutral, but the connotation can vary based on context.
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Is Mystery a vowel or consonant?
"Mystery" is a word and contains both vowels and consonants.
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What is the singular form of Mystery?
"Mystery" is already in its singular form.
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Which conjunction is used with Mystery?
Mystery doesn't have a specific conjunction tied to it; it depends on the context.
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Which article is used with Mystery?
Both "a" and "the" can be used, depending on context.
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What is the second form of Mystery?
For the verb "mystify," the past form is "mystified."
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What is another term for Mystery?
Another term could be "enigma" or "puzzle."
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What is the opposite of Mystery?
The opposite might be "certainty" or "clarity."
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Which determiner is used with Mystery?
Determiners like "this", "that", "his", "her", and "the" can be used with "Mystery."
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What is the third form of Mystery?
For the verb "mystify," the past participle is "mystified."
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Is the Mystery term a metaphor?
"Mystery" can be used metaphorically to describe something elusive or hard to comprehend.
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What is the first form of Mystery?
As "mystery" is a noun, it doesn't have verb forms. However, for the verb "mystify," the base form is "mystify."
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Is Mystery a countable noun?
Yes, for example, "There are many mysteries in the world."
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Sawaira RiazSawaira is a dedicated content editor at difference.wiki, where she meticulously refines articles to ensure clarity and accuracy. With a keen eye for detail, she upholds the site's commitment to delivering insightful and precise content.
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Sumera SaeedSumera is an experienced content writer and editor with a niche in comparative analysis. At Diffeence Wiki, she crafts clear and unbiased comparisons to guide readers in making informed decisions. With a dedication to thorough research and quality, Sumera's work stands out in the digital realm. Off the clock, she enjoys reading and exploring diverse cultures.
