1
as in supernatural
of, relating to, or being part of a reality beyond the observable physical universe
the concept of the soul as a transcendental entity that exists entirely apart from the body
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as in superhuman
being so extraordinary or abnormal as to suggest powers which violate the laws of nature
in his speeches he manifests a transcendental ability to inspire people from all points on the political spectrum
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Recent Examples of transcendental
Like Lynch, Coulson was an enthusiastic practitioner of transcendental meditation, which Green was also persuaded to try.
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Pat Saperstein, Variety, 14 Mar. 2025
The collection was crafted using dreamy textiles including chiffon, organza and satin—essential in the creation of a transcendental atmosphere, with each look practically floating down the runway.
—Elizabeth Grace Coyne, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025
His first two tasks of the day: 20 minutes of transcendental meditation ... followed by four shots of espresso.
—Axios, 17 Jan. 2025
The director was also a vocal supporter of transcendental meditation.
—Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 16 Jan. 2025
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Pat Saperstein, Variety, 14 Mar. 2025
The collection was crafted using dreamy textiles including chiffon, organza and satin—essential in the creation of a transcendental atmosphere, with each look practically floating down the runway.
—Elizabeth Grace Coyne, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025
His first two tasks of the day: 20 minutes of transcendental meditation ... followed by four shots of espresso.
—Axios, 17 Jan. 2025
The director was also a vocal supporter of transcendental meditation.
—Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 16 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for transcendental
Adjective
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Along with being experts in the martial arts, many of the competitors exhibit supernatural abilities.—
Michileen Martin,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 June 2025
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The coven of The Craft (1996) Careful around this cult classic's supernatural crew!—
EW.com,
EW.com,
16 June 2025
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With his sword, superhuman strength, and loyal friends, He-Man defends Eternia and the secrets of Castle Grayskull from the forces of the evil sorcerer Skeletor.—
Shania Russell,
EW.com,
15 June 2025
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Previously, Munn played tenacious news journalist Sloan Sabbith on Aaron Sorkin’s The Newsroom series, as well as known for playing superhuman mutant Betsy Braddock in X-Men: Apocalypse.—
Jeff Conway,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2025
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Set in the world of Remedy’s 2020 paranormal action-adventure game Control, Firebreak takes place six years after the events of the mainline title, wherein a government organization dubbed the Federal Bureau of Control (FBC) has set up shop to contain an otherworldly threat known as the Hiss.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
19 June 2025
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Renovate your hotel, investigate paranormal happenings, and fend off eldritch abominations.—
Gabriel Zamora,
PC Magazine,
9 June 2025
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The magical moment made Cyrus the first official guest performer of the tour.—
Amber Corrine,
VIBE.com,
20 June 2025
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Lionel Messi’s free kick from just outside the Porto penalty area in the 54th minute provided this Club World Cup with its first magical moment.—
Felipe Cardenas,
New York Times,
20 June 2025
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And that was the metaphysical American transformation of news into entertainment.—
Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
13 June 2025
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The Foundation Of Strategic Thinking The Vedas scriptures do not only dwell on metaphysical concepts but also emphasize the principles of truth, cosmic order and sacrifice for the collective good.—
Pankaj Vasani,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025
Adjective
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There's also a nod to the narrator's wife making an unexpected comeback late on, though Robbie's miraculous/implausible (delete as appropriate) return from the dead stretches credibility way past breaking point.—
Richard Edwards,
Space.com,
29 June 2025
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Considering her herculean effort and miraculous success, the speediness of her undoing is stunning.—
Literary Hub
June 23,
Literary Hub,
23 June 2025
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Virgo’s intellectual curiosity and love for deep, mystical themes make this spell-binding story a perfect fit.—
Lizz Schumer,
People.com,
24 June 2025
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Explore the area’s Roman past at the London Mithraeum, a mystical temple, and the amphitheater in the basement of the Guildhall Art Gallery (both free).—
Emma John,
AFAR Media,
24 June 2025
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In Girls with Long Shadows, the triplets are linked by that uncanny psychological and physical sibling familiarity; if one sister has a headache, the other two’s temples pulse with empathetic pain.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
25 June 2025
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That the vice president would be more amusing with less hair, a perfectly rounded face, and an uncanny, doll-like stare?—
Miles Klee,
Rolling Stone,
25 June 2025
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“Transcendental.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/transcendental. Accessed 4 Jul. 2025.
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