1. plural of mystification; instances or acts of confusing or bewildering someone; the state of being confused or puzzled
Usage: countable noun; typically used in plural form
2. plural of mystification; deliberate attempts to confuse or deceive; obscuring of the truth
Usage: countable noun; often implies intentional deception

Examples

• The magician's mystifications left the audience amazed and confused.
• The company's mystifications about its financial records raised red flags.
• Despite the teacher's efforts to clarify, the student's mystifications about the concept persisted.
• The detective saw through the suspect's mystifications and uncovered the truth.
• The novel's mystifications kept readers guessing until the final chapter.
• Corporate mystifications often hide environmental damage from the public.