supernatural

su·per·nat·u·ral | \ ˌsü-pər-ˈna-chə-rəl

, -ˈnach-rəl \

Definition of supernatural

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

2a : 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)

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believes in ghosts, guardian angels, and other supernatural beings he seems to read books with supernatural speed

Recent Examples on the Web Yep, that’s the actress who plays Nancy Wheeler, a plucky teen who gets involved in some highly supernatural doings in the town of Hawkins, Indiana. — Mary Colurso | Mcolurso@al.com, al, "Watch trailer for ‘Tuscaloosa’ with ‘Stranger Things’ star," 21 Feb. 2020 The team begins picking up other members, as comic book super-teams tend to do, all of the supernatural variety. — cleveland, "Get the ’Picard, ‘Sabrina’ backstories in comics: Captain Comics," 6 Feb. 2020 That’s the first — and frankly the least — of the existential questions addressed in Amy Bonnaffons’ supernatural romance. — Leah Greenblatt, EW.com, "Ghosts, wrestlers, and missing girls get the spotlight in these vivid new novels: Review," 3 Feb. 2020 But while Luna Nera isn't based on a true story, exactly, the supernatural storyline does have a basis in reality. — Lia Beck, refinery29.com, "Netflix’s Luna Nera Is Witchy, But With A Historical Twist," 31 Jan. 2020 But when Hilton was on the field this season, Brissett wasn’t able to take advantage of his best weapon the way Luck used to torch defenses through their almost supernatural telepathic connection. — Joel A. Erickson, Indianapolis Star, "Insider: Frustrated Colts star TY Hilton says ball didn't come his way enough in December," 30 Dec. 2019 Others chimed in, with their own supernatural shopping stories. — BostonGlobe.com, "The perfect gift for the harried commuter in your life:," 26 Dec. 2019 Music’s ability to heal gets dissected in scientific, sociological, and even supernatural terms, but so does its link with violence—a link that might explain why new sounds have been so often met with fear. — The Atlantic, "The 15 Best Books of 2019," 24 Dec. 2019 The original Christmas star sighted in the Bible could have very well been a supernatural event. — Mike Lynch, Twin Cities, "Skywatch: Christmas Star 2019," 22 Dec. 2019

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