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mystifying

/mɪˈstɪfaɪɪŋ/ adjective · British & US
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What does mystifying mean?

adjective

Causing a feeling of puzzlement or surprise; puzzling or mysterious.

Example

"The detective's latest clue was mystifying, and she couldn't figure out the motive."

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