Thesaurus results for MYSTIQUE

mystique

noun

Definition of mystique

as in appeal

a special quality that makes a person or thing interesting or exciting There's a certain mystique to mountain climbing. No one has been able to copy the legendary singer's mystique.

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Recent Examples of mystique Her signature platinum curls, classic minimalist style and soft-spoken mystique became synonymous with Old Hollywood glamour, while her life story continues to fascinate and inspire. — Andrea Wurzburger, PEOPLE, 26 June 2026 These retro-futuristic frames not only do a great job of blocking the sun, but their wraparound look also gives a stylish mystique that’s sporty and edgy at once. — Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 24 June 2026 The mystique and the mystery created a kind of feedback loop. — Andy Battaglia, ARTnews.com, 8 June 2026 The Rocky Mountains take on a whole new mystique when seen from above. — Shauna Farnell, Denver Post, 25 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for mystique

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Noun

Hacky sack’s revival is digital in its distribution and analog in its appeal.

— Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 July 2026
His public appeal came after Russia bombarded Kyiv with drones and missiles in another deadly attack at the start of the week.

— Tiago Ventura, Time, 8 July 2026

Definition of appeal

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Owners can enhance their business's attractiveness by packaging existing services into ongoing agreements, transforming it into a more predictable and transferable asset for sale.

— Melissa Houston, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026
The body-hugging jean aligns with the viral phenomenon centered on maximizing physical attractiveness through deliberate changes to appearance, grooming, fitness, style and medical procedures.

— Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 24 June 2026

Definition of attractiveness

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His quest is complicated by court intrigue, romance with Queen Deianira, and supernatural threats, culminating in encounters with mythical creatures, including the Hydra.

— Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026
The benefits of these romance bookstores as third places are not limited to interpersonal connections.

— Katelyn Frey, The Conversation, 10 July 2026

Definition of romance

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Construction began in 2024, following a design intended to suggest Hollywood glitz and glamour.

— Christopher Reynolds, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026
The other became synonymous with luxury retail, designer fashion and the glamour of Knightsbridge, helping redefine department store shopping during the 1990’s and became an icon of high fashion and ‘Absolutely Fabulous’ punch-lines.

— Kate Hardcastle, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026

Definition of glamour

Noun

Black and oolong teas are not roasted, but oxidized to bring out different aromas.

— Andrew Watman, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026
Between courses, a master cooper treated us to a fire-barreling demonstration, unleashing tall jets of flame that shot to the ceiling and filled the air with the aroma of charred oak.

— Justin Meneguzzi, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2026

Definition of aroma

Noun

Here, ribbed pink nails complement aura designs and gold chrome French tips.

— Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 6 July 2026
Now, his competition has caught on to the value of signing on an eclectic host of talents, no matter their level of fame, to curate a certain aura around a brand.

— José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 6 July 2026

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