Definitions

1. verb

to make (something) seem mysterious or unclear, especially to conceal the true nature of something

“The artist’s latest painting was meant to mistify the viewer, leaving them to interpret its meaning.”

2. verb

to give a false or misleading appearance to

“The company’s financial reports were accused of mistifying the company’s actual performance.”

3. noun

a state of being mysterious or unclear

“The mistification surrounding the artist’s death has only added to their legend.”