mystific

/mɪˈsɪfɪk/

Definitions

1. verb

to make (someone) wonder or doubt something by giving them confusing information

“The politician’s vague statement mystified the journalists during the press conference.”

2. verb

to give (someone) a false or unclear impression of something

“The magician mystified the audience with his illusions.”

Synonyms

  • bamboozle
  • hoodwink

Antonyms

  • clarify
  • illuminate