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Mystical vs Whimsical - What's the difference?

mystical | whimsical |

As adjectives the difference between mystical and whimsical

is that mystical is relating to mystics or mysticism while whimsical is given to whimsy; capricious; odd; peculiar; playful; light-hearted or amusing.

mystical

English

Alternative forms

* mysticall (obsolete) * mystickal (obsolete)

Adjective

(en adjective)
  • Relating to mystics or mysticism.
  • Having a spiritual significance that transcends human understanding.
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  • Inspiring a sense of spiritual mystery, awe, and fascination.
  • whimsical

    English

    Adjective

    (en adjective)
  • Given to whimsy; capricious; odd; peculiar; playful; light-hearted or amusing.
  • Synonyms

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    Derived terms

    * whimsical sex