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单词 mysticism
释义

mysticism

noun

mys·​ti·​cism ˈmi-stə-ˌsi-zəm How to pronounce mysticism (audio)
1
: the experience of mystical union or direct communion with ultimate reality reported by mystics
2
: the belief that direct knowledge of God, spiritual truth, or ultimate reality can be attained through subjective experience (such as intuition or insight)
3
a
: vague speculation : a belief without sound basis
b
: a theory postulating the possibility of direct and intuitive acquisition of ineffable knowledge or power

Example Sentences

Jewish, Christian, and Islamic mysticism. a student of Eastern mysticism
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Word History

Etymology

mystic entry 1 + -ism

First Known Use

1724, in the meaning defined at sense 2

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