Mystery

7 lettersnouncommon

Updated June 2026

Definition

Something that is difficult or impossible to understand or explain; a puzzle or enigma. A genre of fiction dealing with solving crimes or uncovering secrets.

“The disappearance of the ancient civilisation remains an unsolved mystery.”

Pronunciation

IPA

/ˈmɪst(ə)ri/

Syllables

mys·ter·y

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Synonyms

enigmapuzzleriddleconundrum

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Wordle

Contains Y twice; -ERY ending pattern

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12 points; double Y provides unique strategic options

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