Basic Details
Word: Mysterious
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Something that is difficult to understand or explain; something that causes curiosity or wonder.
Synonyms: Enigmatic, secret, puzzling
Antonyms: Clear, obvious, known
Idioms and Phrases
- In the dark: Not knowing much about something; lacking information. Example: "When they announced the surprise party, I was completely in the dark about it."
- Wrap something in mystery: To make something difficult to understand or keep it secret. Example: "The story was wrapped in mystery, keeping everyone guessing until the end."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The old castle on the hill has always been surrounded by mysterious tales of ghosts and treasures.
Example 2: She had a mysterious smile that made everyone wonder what she was thinking.
Example 3: The scientist discovered a mysterious substance that no one had ever seen before.
Fun Fact
The word mysterious comes from the Greek word mysterion, which means a secret rite or doctrine, showcasing how people were intrigued by things beyond their understanding.
Famous Quote
"The most beautiful thing we can experience is the mysterious. It is the source of all true art and science." Albert Einstein
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "mysterious" mean?
a) Easy to understand
b) Difficult to explain
c) Very common
d) Uninteresting
Answer: b) Difficult to explain
2. Which of these is a synonym of "mysterious"?
a) Clear
b) Obvious
c) Enigmatic
d) Known
Answer: c) Enigmatic
3. What is an antonym of "mysterious"?
a) Puzzling
b) Unknown
c) Clear
d) Secret
Answer: c) Clear
4. Which sentence uses "mysterious" correctly?
a) The sky was mysterious on a clear day.
b) He explained the mysterious book in detail.
c) The mysterious noise kept us awake all night.
d) I was mysterious about my homework.
Answer: c) The mysterious noise kept us awake all night.
5. Which idiom means being uninformed?
a) Wrap something in mystery
b) In the dark
c) Open book
d) Bright as a button
Answer: b) In the dark
