Antimystically

/ˌæntiːˈmɪstɪkəli/ adverb

Definition

In a manner that opposes mysticism or mystical interpretation; using rational or material explanations.

Etymology

From antimystical (opposed to mysticism) + -ly (adverbial suffix). This construction follows the standard English pattern of adding -ly to adjectives to form adverbs.

Kelly Says

When someone explains a beautiful phenomenon antimystically—turning poetic mystery into physics—they might think they're being more truthful, but neuroscience shows that meaning-making (even mystical meaning) activates different, equally real parts of the brain.

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