Definition

A person who makes things unclear or confusing, often creating a sense of mystery.

Example

The magician was a true mystifier, leaving the audience in awe with his tricks.

Conversation

Have you read that new book everyone is talking about?

Yeah, it’s such a puzzling story!

I know, right? The author is a real mystifier with all those twists.

Totally! I can't wait to see how it all ends.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Mystifier → It is formed from "myst" (from Greek "mystes", meaning one who is initiated) and "-ify" (meaning to make or cause to be). The word "mystifier" means to make something mysterious or to cause confusion.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'makes' something 'mysterious' — 'myst' relates to mystery, and '-ify' means to make.

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