-fī transitive verb
( -ed/-ing/-es )
Etymology: French mystifier, from mystère mystery + -ifier -ify — more at mysterious
1. : to intentionally perplex the mind of : impose upon the credulity of : bewilder
caught trying to confuse and mystify his opponent
2.
a. : to involve in mystery : make obscure or difficult to understand
mystify a passage of Scripture
b. : to embellish (as fact) mystically or fancifully
Synonyms: see puzzle