1
as in theoretical
dealing with or expressing a quality or idea
a work that deals with such metaphysical questions as the very nature of knowledge
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2
as in supernatural
of, relating to, or being part of a reality beyond the observable physical universe
belief in a metaphysical world beyond the one in which we live
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Recent Examples of metaphysical
But now, almost five years after the pandemic, what exactly is driving this metaphysical renaissance?
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Michaela Trimble, Vogue, 21 Apr. 2025
As the music soars, that life-death veil is pierced, crossing both metaphysical and temporal boundaries.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 10 Apr. 2025
So, home became metaphysical, not a place, but a state of being.
—Courtney Crowder, USA TODAY, 22 Mar. 2025
In the 19th century, philosophers and poets dabbled with it in the pursuit of metaphysical insights.
—Ella Jeffries, Smithsonian Magazine, 8 Apr. 2025
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Michaela Trimble, Vogue, 21 Apr. 2025
As the music soars, that life-death veil is pierced, crossing both metaphysical and temporal boundaries.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 10 Apr. 2025
So, home became metaphysical, not a place, but a state of being.
—Courtney Crowder, USA TODAY, 22 Mar. 2025
In the 19th century, philosophers and poets dabbled with it in the pursuit of metaphysical insights.
—Ella Jeffries, Smithsonian Magazine, 8 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for metaphysical
Recent Examples of Synonyms for metaphysical
Adjective
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But to sacrifice Negan to The Dama in theoretical perpetuity?—
Charlie Mason,
TVLine,
5 May 2025
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And none of us could have imagined that our theoretical models would fit the data so well.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN Money,
3 May 2025
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The twins successfully pack the juke joint with customers who are intoxicated by Sammie’s supernatural skills with a guitar—Delta Slim describes Black music as a kind of magic, and in another striking scene, Sammie’s playing summons the spirits of the revelers’ ancestors and descendants.—
Adam Serwer,
The Atlantic,
2 May 2025
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The film, set in 1930s Mississippi and layered with supernatural tension, required not just historical precision but spiritual and emotional resonance.—
Essence,
Essence,
1 May 2025
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The real-life Judy and Tony, who both cameo in the film, picked up Ed and Lorraine's paranormal work after their retirement.—
Nick Romano,
EW.com,
6 May 2025
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Things get even more complicated when Yoon-gab’s possession by Gang Cheol prompts some paranormal surprises and romantic confusion.—
Joan MacDonald,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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Wingard’s sequel is a bit more abstract than its predecessor, focusing too much on strange world-building and too little on the battle between our two beloved heavies.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
8 May 2025
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The channel features an abstract logo with Letterman’s signature beard and glasses.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
6 May 2025
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Plus, the music is still transcendental across the board.—
David Jagneaux,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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From transcendental meditation to online shopping, these are the pop star's must-haves for touring.—
KiMi Robinson,
USA Today,
17 Apr. 2025
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Surreal, beautiful, and then truly shocking, this is a classic conceptual A24 horror, with all the hallucinatory imagery, and head-spinning, hairpin bends that entails.—
Radhika Seth,
Vogue,
7 May 2025
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Solomon bravely represented conceptual artists such as Paik and Gordon Matta-Clark, and artists from the Arte Povera, and the Pattern and Decoration movements.—
Tom Teicholz,
Forbes.com,
7 May 2025
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The first week of the month has an almost magical quality to it, and even mundane everyday conversations could lead to spiritual breakthroughs, mystical synchronicities, and exciting bursts of creative inspiration.—
Nina Kahn,
StyleCaster,
28 Apr. 2025
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Well, there's only one Aggie Cromwell (Debbie Reynolds), a centuries-old witch who not only introduces her grandchildren to the mystical realm of Halloweentown but also teaches them the art of broom-flying, spell-casting, fancy microwaves, potion-brewing, and more.—
EW Staff,
EW.com,
10 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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This definition also includes instance in which the victim is incapable of giving consent because of temporary or permanent mental or physical incapacity (include due to the influence of drugs or alcohol) or because of age.—
Baltimore Sun staff,
Baltimore Sun,
11 Apr. 2025
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Without supervision or regulation, kids can easily stumble upon explicit material, including violent and extremist content, that can lead to mental distress, desensitization and a warped perception of the world around them.—
Richard Wistocki,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Apr. 2025
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“Metaphysical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/metaphysical. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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