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supernatural

/ˌs(j)ʉːpɘˈnɛtʃɹɯ(l)/

noun

Meaning

  • A supernatural being

  • Supernatural beings and events collectively (when used with definite article: "the supernatural")

adjective

Meaning

  • Above nature; beyond or added to nature, often so considered because it is given by a deity or some force beyond that which humans are born with.

    "Stephen King's first novel is about a girl named Carrie dealing with supernatural powers."

  • Not of the usual; not natural; altered by forces that are not understood fully if at all.

    "The house is haunted by supernatural forces."

Synonyms

extraordinary,
paranormal,
preternatural,
supranatural,
unnatural