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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
The transcendental quality of his final product, a 900-gram loaf with three kinds of chocolate (white, caramelized, semi-sweet), has made his effort worthwhile.
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Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 5 Dec. 2025
But when seen in the context of mysticism, these alternate states of consciousness may be framed as transcendental awakenings, or even as communications with the divine.
—Literary Hub, 21 Nov. 2025
Recently, the director picked up transcendental meditation — a famous practice of the late David Lynch — from her friend, Vera Drew.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 4 Aug. 2025
What Guti did against Deportivo La Coruna was transgressive, transcendental.
—Jack Lang, New York Times, 26 June 2025
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Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 5 Dec. 2025
But when seen in the context of mysticism, these alternate states of consciousness may be framed as transcendental awakenings, or even as communications with the divine.
—Literary Hub, 21 Nov. 2025
Recently, the director picked up transcendental meditation — a famous practice of the late David Lynch — from her friend, Vera Drew.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 4 Aug. 2025
What Guti did against Deportivo La Coruna was transgressive, transcendental.
—Jack Lang, New York Times, 26 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for transcendental
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The new film Leviticus, from director Adrian Chiarella, is a solemn and frightening acknowledgment of that reality, albeit one allegorized into supernatural horror.—
Richard Lawson,
HollywoodReporter,
24 Jan. 2026
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Adam was almost supernatural in his ability to craft the story and let the humor come out without ever being mean or unfair.—
Jim Hemphill,
IndieWire,
23 Jan. 2026
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Anthony Edwards has been superhuman with his shot making at the ends of games for much of the season.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
23 Jan. 2026
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The near-term threat is not superhuman machines but the decline of thinking, feeling, and social humans.—
Ian Bremmer,
Time,
6 Jan. 2026
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For pure spectacle, Mardi Gras World reveals how the city’s legendary floats come alive; Vue Orleans delivers 360-degree views and smart interactive storytelling; and New Orleans Secrets tours takes you inside haunted buildings after dark for a paranormal experience with real atmospheric bite.—
Sophie Morgan,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Jan. 2026
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This season takes a hellish turn, as our caveman protagonist encounters undead and other paranormal enemies.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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Two centuries ago, Joseph Fourier gave mathematicians a magical technique.—
Leila Sloman,
Quanta Magazine,
28 Jan. 2026
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Thank you for surprising me with the most magical night in my favorite place.—
Ashlyn Robinette,
PEOPLE,
28 Jan. 2026
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Breaking down such a layered metaphysical concept with the relatively few words left in this review would be a fool’s errand, but suffice it to say that all of the math miraculously checks out.—
Christian Zilko,
IndieWire,
26 Jan. 2026
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The Jupe bros – Jacobi and big brother Noah (as the stage Hamlet), who are both going places – playing characters that reflect each other in a metaphysical way.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
22 Jan. 2026
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Georgia Tech nearly made a miraculous rally from a 15-point deficit late in their game against Virginia Tech Tuesday.—
AJC Sports,
AJC.com,
28 Jan. 2026
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What did happen is still miraculous.—
Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
25 Jan. 2026
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The Beatles’ mystical bond will come across in the movie, said Mescal.—
Anne Thompson,
IndieWire,
7 Jan. 2026
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Their attempt to decipher Chtcheglov’s mystical phrase lasted 15 years.—
Andrew Holter,
The Atlantic,
31 Dec. 2025
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In the work, traditional folklore and marvelous, uncanny incidents are often the sites of resistance against colonialism or enslavement.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Jan. 2026
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The Boy Who Knew Too Much tells the true story of a young boy named Christian Haupt, who, from a very young age, displays an uncanny knowledge of baseball and vivid memories of a past life as Lou Gehrig, the famous Yankee.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
27 Jan. 2026
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“Transcendental.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/transcendental. Accessed 31 Jan. 2026.
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