Mystification (noun)

The act of making something appear mysterious or difficult to understand.

Origin:

Mystification comes from the french word "mystification" and the latin word "mystificatio" which means "to make a mystery of". it refers to the act of making something appear mysterious or difficult to understand.

Examples:

1. The magician's mystification left the audience wondering how he had made the rabbit disappear.
2. The government's response to the crisis was met with mystification by the public.
3. Critics felt that the artist's latest work was a mystification rather than a genuine expression of creativity.
4. The scientist"s mystification of the experiment"s results made it impossible for anyone to replicate it.
5. The mystification surrounding the ancient monument has led to many theories about its origins.