místico

mystical

adjective MEES-tee-koh Rare

Origin: From Greek mystikos (of secret rites), via Latin mysticus.

Also means

mystic

Usage Note

Místico can be an adjective (experiencia mística) or a noun (un místico — a mystic). Spanish has a rich mystical literary tradition including Santa Teresa de Ávila and San Juan de la Cruz, where the word frequently appears. It should not be confused with misterioso (mysterious), which implies secrecy rather than spiritual experience.

Examples

"La poeta describió una experiencia mística profunda."

Natural Translation

The poet described a profound mystical experience.

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