Synonyms for
Supernatural
Definition
adjective - attributed to some force beyond scientific understanding or the laws of nature; noun - supernatural beings, events, or phenomena collectively.
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Common collocations
- supernatural powers
- supernatural abilities
- supernatural events
- supernatural phenomena
- supernatural beings
- supernatural forces
- supernatural horror
Word family
noun supernaturalness
adjective supernatural
Usage note
Often used to describe phenomena or entities beyond the scope of normal scientific understanding. Can sometimes carry connotations of the uncanny or frightening.
Example sentences
- I don't believe in supernatural creatures like ghosts.
- Some people think that psychics have supernatural abilities.
- The superhero had supernatural strength and could fly.
- The old house was said to have supernatural powers that could make people disappear.
- The book was about a girl who discovered she had supernatural powers and could control the weather.
Quotes
'There are more things in heaven and earth, Horatio, Than are dreamt of in your philosophy.' - William Shakespeare
'Magic is just science we don't understand yet.' - Arthur C. Clarke
'The supernatural is the natural not yet understood.' - Elbert Hubbard
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