supernatural
adjective
su·per·nat·u·ral
ˌsü-pər-ˈna-chə-rəl 
-ˈnach-rəl
1
: of or relating to an order of existence beyond the visible observable universe
especially
: of or relating to God or a god, demigod, spirit, or devil
2
a
: departing from what is usual or normal especially so as to appear to transcend the laws of nature
b
: attributed to an invisible agent (such as a ghost or spirit)
supernatural
noun
supernaturalness
noun
Examples of supernatural in a Sentence
believes in ghosts, guardian angels, and other supernatural beings
he seems to read books with supernatural speed
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John Hopewell, Variety, 15 July 2025
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John Hopewell, Variety, 15 July 2025
This dynamic composition weaves together intense orchestral elements with modern beats, perfectly capturing the film’s blend of supernatural action and high energy music.
—Samantha Stutsman, People.com, 14 July 2025
Set to shoot in New Mexico this fall, the film is about a high schooler who discovers his parents have been harboring a supernatural creature.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 14 July 2025
Chapman’s novel has been described as a terrifying supernatural descent into the depths of grief and addiction.
—Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 11 July 2025
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“Supernatural.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/supernatural. Accessed 22 Jul. 2025.
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supernatural
adjective
su·per·nat·u·ral
ˌsü-pər-ˈnach-(ə-)rəl
1
: of or relating to an order of existence beyond the visible observable universe
especially
: of or relating to God or a god, demigod, spirit, or devil
2
a
: departing from what is usual or normal especially so as to appear to go beyond the laws of nature
b
: attributed to an invisible agent (as a ghost or spirit)
supernatural
noun
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