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n. - Someone who believes in the existence of realities beyond human comprehension.

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  • Traditionally, I have responded to the transcendent mystics of all religions.
  • Thurston discusses what he calls mystic hunger strikers, as well as the disconcerting ability to see without eyes.
  • England's poet-laureate when, in mystic trance, he
  • King Midas must have touched their leaves in mystic days of old,
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  • The "mystic" (follower of a spiritual life) was inspired by the "mystique" (an air of mystery) of the moonlight.
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