Synonyms for

Paranormal

Verb / perʌˈnɔ:rmʌl / Another word for paranormal — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

referring to phenomena that are beyond scientific explanation, such as ghosts, psychic abilities, or UFOs

Synonyms & similar words

normal sensory extrasensory supernatural unexplained mysterious otherworldly extraterrestrial occult magical ghostly spiritual psychic mystical ethereal uncanny weird strange odd bizarre unusual fantastical fanciful

Synonyms by register

Formal

supernatural unnatural preternatural occult

Informal

spooky weird eerie unexplained

Literary

unearthly otherworldly spectral

Antonyms

normal natural ordinary usual mundane commonplace expected

Common collocations

  • paranormal activity
  • paranormal investigation
  • paranormal phenomena
  • paranormal events
  • paranormal research
  • paranormal experiences
  • paranormal abilities

Word family

noun paranormality
adverb paranormally

Usage note

Often used to describe phenomena that defy scientific explanation, such as ghosts or psychic abilities. It carries a connotation of mystery and the unknown.

Example sentences

  1. The paranormal investigator was looking for evidence of ghosts.
  2. Many people believe in paranormal activity.
  3. Some scientists are skeptical of paranormal claims.
  4. The television show explores paranormal phenomena.
  5. She claimed to have psychic abilities and could communicate with the dead.

Quotes

  • I'm a big believer in the paranormal. I believe in Bigfoot, Loch Ness Monster, UFOs.
  • I love the paranormal. I love ghosts. I love ghost stories.
  • Paranormal activity is nothing new. People have been experiencing strange phenomena for centuries.

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